Cinnamon vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cinnamon and chia seeds?
- Cinnamon is richer in manganese, fiber, and calcium, yet chia seeds are richer in phosphorus, selenium, magnesium, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and zinc.
- Cinnamon's daily need coverage for manganese is 641% higher.
- Cinnamon has 2 times more calcium than chia seeds. Cinnamon has 1002mg of calcium, while chia seeds have 631mg.
We used Spices, cinnamon, ground and Seeds, chia seeds, dried types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +58.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +541.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +458.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +172.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1243.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1680.6% |
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 | +137.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +364% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2718.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +314.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +562.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +716.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.99 g
Fats:
1.24 g
Carbs:
80.59 g
Water:
10.58 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +91.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +314.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2379% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.345 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.068 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 | -89.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +838.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +34701.5% |
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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| Manganese | 17.466mg | 2.723mg | 641% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.068g | 23.665g | 157% |
| Phosphorus | 64mg | 860mg | 114% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 55.2µg | 95% |
| Fiber | 53.1g | 34.4g | 75% |
| Copper | 0.339mg | 0.924mg | 65% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 335mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.022mg | 0.62mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.332mg | 8.83mg | 47% |
| Fats | 1.24g | 30.74g | 45% |
| Calcium | 1002mg | 631mg | 37% |
| Vitamin K | 31.2µg | 26% | |
| Protein | 3.99g | 16.54g | 25% |
| Zinc | 1.83mg | 4.58mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 0.345g | 3.33g | 14% |
| Carbs | 80.59g | 42.12g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.158mg | 12% | |
| Calories | 247kcal | 486kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 2.32mg | 0.5mg | 12% |
| Folate | 6µg | 49µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.041mg | 0.17mg | 10% |
| Iron | 8.32mg | 7.72mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.358mg | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.246g | 2.309g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 11mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.8mg | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 431mg | 407mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 27.49g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 10mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.14g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.136mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.253mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.243mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.078mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.146mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.224mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | 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
19%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
318%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cinnamon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.985g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cinnamon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $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.