Whey vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
The main differences between whey and flax seeds
- Whey contains less copper, vitamin B1, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B6 than flax seeds.
- Daily need coverage for copper for flax seeds is 135% higher.
Food types used in this article are Whey, sweet, fluid and Seeds, flaxseed.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +4800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +442.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +405% |
| Contains more IronIron | +9450% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +30400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3238.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1295.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +248100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1236.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4062.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +157.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1425.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +8600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +391.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.85 g
Fats:
0.36 g
Carbs:
5.14 g
Water:
93.12 g
Other:
0.53 g
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1237.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2051.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11611.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +461.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +600% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.011 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7427% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +261081.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.011g | 28.73g | 191% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 1.22mg | 135% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.036mg | 1.644mg | 134% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.3g | 109% |
| Manganese | 0.001mg | 2.482mg | 108% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 392mg | 91% |
| Phosphorus | 46mg | 642mg | 85% |
| Iron | 0.06mg | 5.73mg | 71% |
| Fats | 0.36g | 42.16g | 64% |
| Selenium | 1.9µg | 25.4µg | 43% |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 4.34mg | 38% |
| Protein | 0.85g | 18.29g | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.031mg | 0.473mg | 34% |
| Calories | 27kcal | 534kcal | 25% |
| Folate | 1µg | 87µg | 22% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 255mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.1g | 7.527g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.074mg | 3.08mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 813mg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23g | 3.663g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.383mg | 0.985mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.28µg | 0µg | 12% |
| Choline | 16mg | 78.7mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 5.14g | 28.88g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 4.3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.14g | 1.58g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.14g | 1.55g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.047mg | 0.896mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.078mg | 1.235mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.068mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0.957mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.046mg | 1.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
9%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Whey is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.433g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Whey is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flax seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flax seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.59g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Flax seeds is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in vitamins