Cayenne pepper vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cayenne pepper and chia seeds?
- Cayenne pepper is higher in vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B2, and potassium, yet chia seeds are higher in selenium, phosphorus, copper, calcium, and magnesium.
- Cayenne pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 831% more.
- Cayenne pepper has 60 times more vitamin E than chia seeds. While cayenne pepper has 29.83mg of vitamin E, chia seeds have only 0.5mg.
- The glycemic index of chia seeds is lower.
We used Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Seeds, chia seeds, dried types in this article.
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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 | +394.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +120.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +326.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +147.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +84.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +36.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +527.3% |
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 | +4675% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5866% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +440.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +89% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +78% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +182.7% |
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Saturated fat
~3.33g
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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| Vitamin A | 2081µg | 231% | |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 0.5mg | 196% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 23.665g | 102% |
| Selenium | 8.8µg | 55.2µg | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 1.6mg | 83% |
| Phosphorus | 293mg | 860mg | 81% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Copper | 0.373mg | 0.924mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 0.17mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 631mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 2014mg | 407mg | 47% |
| Magnesium | 152mg | 335mg | 44% |
| Manganese | 2mg | 2.723mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 27.2g | 34.4g | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 0.62mg | 24% |
| Fats | 17.27g | 30.74g | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 4.58mg | 19% |
| Folate | 106µg | 49µg | 14% |
| Protein | 12.01g | 16.54g | 9% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Calories | 318kcal | 486kcal | 8% |
| Carbs | 56.63g | 42.12g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 8.83mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Iron | 7.8mg | 7.72mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g | 2.309g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.43g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 3.26g | 3.33g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 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
221%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
221%
Comparison summary
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 - 14mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.07g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)