Chia seeds vs. Poppy seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chia seeds and poppy seed different?
- Chia seeds are higher in selenium, fiber, and vitamin B3; however, poppy seed is richer in manganese, calcium, copper, zinc, iron, vitamin B1, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for poppy seed is 173% higher.
- Chia seeds contain 10 times more vitamin B3 than poppy seed. While chia seeds contain 8.83mg of vitamin B3, poppy seed contains only 0.896mg.
Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Spices, poppy seed are the varieties 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 less SodiumSodium | -38.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +308.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +76.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +76.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.3% |
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 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +885.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +254% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +67.3% |
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:
17.99 g
Fats:
41.56 g
Carbs:
28.13 g
Water:
5.95 g
Other:
6.37 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~17.99g
~equal in
Water
~5.95g
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
4.517 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.982 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.569 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +159.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.723mg | 6.707mg | 173% |
| Calcium | 631mg | 1438mg | 81% |
| Copper | 0.924mg | 1.627mg | 78% |
| Selenium | 55.2µg | 13.5µg | 76% |
| Fiber | 34.4g | 19.5g | 60% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 0.896mg | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 28.569g | 33% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 7.9mg | 30% |
| Iron | 7.72mg | 9.76mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 0.854mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.247mg | 19% | |
| Fats | 30.74g | 41.56g | 17% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 719mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.309g | 5.982g | 9% |
| Folate | 49µg | 82µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 1.77mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.324mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 3.33g | 4.517g | 5% |
| Carbs | 42.12g | 28.13g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 335mg | 347mg | 3% |
| Protein | 16.54g | 17.99g | 3% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
| Calories | 486kcal | 525kcal | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 860mg | 870mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.72g | 8.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 26mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0.686mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0.819mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 1.321mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0.952mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0.502mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.758mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 1.095mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | 0.273g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
319%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Poppy seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Poppy seed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Poppy seed is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chia seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.187g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)