Chia seeds vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Chia seeds and Tempeh
- The amount of Selenium, Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin B1, Copper, Vitamin B3, and Zinc in Chia seeds is higher than in Tempeh.
- Chia seeds covers your daily Selenium needs 100% more than Tempeh.
- Tempeh has 8 times less Vitamin B1 than Chia seeds. Chia seeds has 0.62mg of Vitamin B1, while Tempeh has 0.078mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Tempeh.
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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 | +313.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +468.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +185.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +65% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +301.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +223.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +109.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +694.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +234.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +104.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +110.6% |
| 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:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +184.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +451.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +196.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +928.4% |
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
2.539 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +450.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +38.8% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 486kcal | 192kcal |
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| Protein | 16.54g | 20.29g |
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| Fats | 30.74g | 10.8g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.72g | 7.64g |
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| Carbs | 42.12g | 7.64g |
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| Magnesium | 335mg | 81mg |
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| Calcium | 631mg | 111mg |
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| Potassium | 407mg | 412mg |
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| Iron | 7.72mg | 2.7mg |
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| Fiber | 34.4g |
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| Copper | 0.924mg | 0.56mg |
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| Zinc | 4.58mg | 1.14mg |
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| Phosphorus | 860mg | 266mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 54IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.5mg |
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| Manganese | 2.723mg | 1.3mg |
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| Selenium | 55.2µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 2.64mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg |
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| Folate | 49µg | 24µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.14g | 0g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.33g | 2.539g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.309g | 3.205g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 4.3g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0.194mg |
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| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0.796mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0.88mg |
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| Leucine | 1.371mg | 1.43mg |
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| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0.908mg |
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| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0.175mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.893mg |
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| Valine | 0.95mg | 0.92mg |
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| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0.466mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.791g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (15)
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.