Paprika vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between paprika and chia seeds
- Paprika is richer in vitamin E, iron, vitamin B2, and potassium, yet chia seeds are richer in selenium, phosphorus, manganese, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin E for paprika is 191% higher.
- Paprika contains 7 times more vitamin B2 than chia seeds. Paprika contains 1.23mg of vitamin B2, while chia seeds contain 0.17mg.
- Paprika has a lower glycemic index than chia seeds.
Food types used in this article are Spices, paprika 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 | +460.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +173.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +88.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +175.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +173.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +71.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +776.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5720% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +623.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.14 g
Fats:
12.89 g
Carbs:
53.99 g
Water:
11.24 g
Other:
7.74 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +93.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +138.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.766 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 | -35.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +204.7% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2463µg | 274% | |
| Vitamin E | 29.1mg | 0.5mg | 191% |
| Iron | 21.14mg | 7.72mg | 168% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.141mg | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.766g | 23.665g | 106% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 55.2µg | 89% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.23mg | 0.17mg | 82% |
| Phosphorus | 314mg | 860mg | 78% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2280mg | 407mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.51mg | 50% | |
| Manganese | 1.59mg | 2.723mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 229mg | 631mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 178mg | 335mg | 37% |
| Fats | 12.89g | 30.74g | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.33mg | 0.62mg | 24% |
| Copper | 0.713mg | 0.924mg | 23% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 486kcal | 10% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Fructose | 6.71g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.06mg | 8.83mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.14g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Protein | 14.14g | 16.54g | 5% |
| Carbs | 53.99g | 42.12g | 4% |
| Sodium | 68mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 4.33mg | 4.58mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 34.9g | 34.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.695g | 2.309g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.09g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | N/A | |
| Folate | 49µg | 49µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.14g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.49mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.57mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.92mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.69mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.2mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.61mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.75mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.25mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.453g | 17.83g | 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
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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
193%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Paprika is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paprika is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
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)