Soybean raw vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between soybean raw and chia seeds
- Soybean raw is richer in iron, copper, folate, vitamin B2, and potassium, yet chia seeds are richer in fiber, selenium, vitamin B3, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for chia seeds is 100% higher.
- Soybean raw contains 8 times more folate than chia seeds. Soybean raw contains 375µg of folate, while chia seeds contain 49µg.
Food types used in this article are Soybeans, mature seeds, raw and Seeds, chia seeds, dried.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +341.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +79.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +19.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +210.1% |
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 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +411.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +665.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +444.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
36.49 g
Fats:
19.94 g
Carbs:
30.16 g
Water:
8.54 g
Other:
4.87 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +120.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.7% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.884 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.404 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.255 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -13.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +90.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +110.3% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 15.7mg | 7.72mg | 100% |
| Fiber | 9.3g | 34.4g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.255g | 23.665g | 83% |
| Copper | 1.658mg | 0.924mg | 82% |
| Folate | 375µg | 49µg | 82% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 55.2µg | 68% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.87mg | 0.17mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.623mg | 8.83mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1797mg | 407mg | 41% |
| Protein | 36.49g | 16.54g | 40% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 277mg | 631mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.377mg | 29% | |
| Phosphorus | 704mg | 860mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.874mg | 0.62mg | 21% |
| Choline | 115.9mg | 21% | |
| Fats | 19.94g | 30.74g | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.793mg | 16% | |
| Magnesium | 280mg | 335mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 2.517mg | 2.723mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 1.6mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.404g | 2.309g | 5% |
| Carbs | 30.16g | 42.12g | 4% |
| Zinc | 4.89mg | 4.58mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.884g | 3.33g | 2% |
| Calories | 446kcal | 486kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.86g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.33g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.14g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.591mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.766mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.971mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.309mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.706mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 2.122mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.029mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.097mg | 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
83%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
244%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean raw contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Soybean raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.446g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soybean raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.33g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.