Chia seeds vs. Shark — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between chia seeds and shark
- Chia seeds have more fiber, manganese, copper, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, calcium, vitamin B1, and selenium; however, shark has more vitamin B12.
- Chia seeds' daily need coverage for fiber is 138% more.
- Chia seeds have 54 times more manganese than shark. Chia seeds have 2.723mg of manganese, while shark has 0.05mg.
- Chia seeds have a higher glycemic index than shark.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried.
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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 | +679.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1162% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +162.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +595.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +854.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +343.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5346% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +62.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +761.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +217.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +226.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
18.62 g
Fats:
13.82 g
Carbs:
6.39 g
Water:
60.09 g
Other:
1.08 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +559.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +344.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +936% |
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
3.205 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.701 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +539.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +157% |
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Saturated fat
~3.205g
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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| Fiber | 34.4g | 0g | 138% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 3.701g | 133% |
| Manganese | 2.723mg | 0.05mg | 116% |
| Copper | 0.924mg | 0.042mg | 98% |
| Phosphorus | 860mg | 194mg | 95% |
| Iron | 7.72mg | 1.11mg | 83% |
| Magnesium | 335mg | 43mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 631mg | 50mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.21µg | 50% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 0.072mg | 46% |
| Selenium | 55.2µg | 34µg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 2.783mg | 38% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 0.48mg | 37% |
| Fats | 30.74g | 13.82g | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3mg | 23% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 59mg | 20% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 228kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 12% | |
| Carbs | 42.12g | 6.39g | 12% |
| Folate | 49µg | 15µg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.309g | 5.935g | 9% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 155mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.097mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 122mg | 5% |
| Protein | 16.54g | 18.62g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 3.33g | 3.205g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.72g | 6.39g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0.212mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0.843mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0.867mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 1.515mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 1.634mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0.541mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.75mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0.965mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0.538mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.258g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.431g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.089g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g | N/A |
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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%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shark is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.125g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chia seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 106mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.