Chia seeds vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chia seeds and mars different?
- Chia seeds are higher than mars in fiber, iron, and calcium.
- Chia seeds cover your daily need for fiber, 130% more than mars.
- Chia seeds contain 9 times more iron than mars. Chia seeds contain 7.72mg of iron, while mars contains 0.86mg.
- Chia seeds are lower in saturated fat.
- Mars has a higher glycemic index (62) than chia seeds (15).
Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies types were used in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +601.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +797.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +286.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +59.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +241.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +108.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 158% | |
| Fiber | 34.4g | 2g | 130% |
| Phosphorus | 860mg | 123% | |
| Manganese | 2.723mg | 118% | |
| Copper | 0.924mg | 103% | |
| Selenium | 55.2µg | 100% | |
| Iron | 7.72mg | 0.86mg | 86% |
| Magnesium | 335mg | 80% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 631mg | 90mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 52% | |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 42% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.33g | 11.651g | 38% |
| Protein | 16.54g | 4.28g | 25% |
| Fats | 30.74g | 19.32g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 407mg | 12% | |
| Folate | 49µg | 12% | |
| Carbs | 42.12g | 72.4g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.309g | 6% | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 136mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 486kcal | 475kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.72g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chia seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 120mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chia seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.321g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in vitamins