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Chia Seeds

Chia Seeds is a culinary and nutritional food item and associated with Chia Seed and Chia Seeds. Per 100 g, it provides an energy density of 486 kcal (2033.42 kJ) and features a low glycemic index of 15, promoting a gradual and stable postprandial blood glucose response. Its quantitative macronutrient profile per 100 g comprises 16.54 g of protein, 42.14 g of total carbohydrates (including 0.9 g of sugars), 30.74 g of total lipids, and 34.4 g of dietary fiber, alongside a water content of 5.8 g. The lipid fraction includes 3.33 g of saturated fatty acids, 2.3 g of monounsaturated fatty acids, and 23.66 g of polyunsaturated fatty acids. With respect to micronutrients, minerals, and vitamins, Chia Seeds contributes measured bioavailable compounds per 100 g. Notable quantified micronutrients include calcium (631 mg), magnesium (335 mg), potassium (407 mg), phosphorus (860 mg), iron (7.72 mg), zinc (4.58 mg), selenium (55.2 µg), sodium (16 mg), vitamin E (0.5 mg), and vitamin K (4.3 µg). Additionally, sodium chloride equivalent stands at 0.04 g per 100 g. Collectively, these nutrients support essential physiological pathways including cellular energy metabolism, electrolyte homeostasis, neuromuscular signaling, enzymatic synthesis, and immune defense. From a clinical nutrition and meal-planning standpoint, Chia Seeds aligns well with dietary frameworks such as Vegan Diet, Vegetarian Diet, Whole-Food Plant-Based (WFPB) Diet, Omega-3 Rich Diet, and High-Fiber Diet. Chia seeds deliver exceptional concentrations of plant-based ALA omega-3 fatty acids, mucilage soluble fiber, and calcium, supporting cardiovascular health, gut motility, vegan, vegetarian, and WFPB lifestyles. It is classified as safe for consumption during pregnancy under standard food hygiene practices. In culinary practice, it can be incorporated across diverse meal preparations and paired with complementary protein, fiber, and micronutrient sources to optimize overall diet quality.
NUTRI-SCORE
A B C D E
-1
🍃 ECO-SCORE
A B C D E
25/100
Base: 100g DASH Diet Heart Health Chia Seed Vegan
Specification & Key Parameters
9 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Calories / 100g
486 kcal (2033 kJ)
Protein / 100g
16,5 g
Fat / 100g
30,7 g
Carbs / 100g
42,1 g
Fiber / 100g
0,0 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
IG 1
Glycemic Load (GL)
GL 25.3
Cena / 100g (Walmart)
$0.42
Woda / 100g
5,8 g
Prices calculated for Walmart
$0.42 / 100g
Chia Seeds (100 g)
Specialist Verified
Kcal
486 kcal
Protein 18%
16.5 g
Fat 34%
30.7 g
Carbohydrates 47%
42.1 g
fiber: 0 g IG: 1

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0,39 USD / 100 g
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100 kcal 0,08 USD
20 g protein 0,47 USD
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Auchan Cheapest
0,39 USD 0,39 USD 0,98 USD 1,95 USD 3,90 USD
Netto +3%
0,40 USD 0,40 USD 1,00 USD 2,00 USD 4,00 USD
Biedronka +3%
0,40 USD 0,40 USD 1,00 USD 2,00 USD 4,00 USD
Aldi +5%
0,41 USD 0,41 USD 1,03 USD 2,05 USD 4,10 USD
Lidl +5%
0,41 USD 0,41 USD 1,03 USD 2,05 USD 4,10 USD
Dino +5%
0,41 USD 0,41 USD 1,03 USD 2,05 USD 4,10 USD
Kaufland +5%
0,41 USD 0,41 USD 1,03 USD 2,05 USD 4,10 USD
Rewe +5%
0,41 USD 0,41 USD 1,03 USD 2,05 USD 4,10 USD
Carrefour +8%
0,42 USD 0,42 USD 1,05 USD 2,10 USD 4,20 USD
Żabka +23%
0,48 USD 0,48 USD 1,20 USD 2,40 USD 4,80 USD

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Nutrients

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Nutrients

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Macronutrient Distribution 100 g
511 kcal
Protein 16.5g (13% kcal)
Fat 30.7g (54% kcal)
Carbs 42.1g (33% kcal)
Protein
16.5g
Fat
30.7g
Carbs
42.1g
Chia Seeds
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Chia Seeds

511 kcal B: 16.5g T: 30.7g W: 42.1g
Glycemic Load
IG 1 ŁG 0
Low
Workout Window
120 min
Pre-workout
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Estimated Daily Glycemic & Insulin Curve

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Glycemic Load (GL): Low (0.1)
Chart series:
Time horizon:
180 90 160 74 140 57 120 41 100 25 80 8 140 mg/dL 0 min 15 min 30 min 45 min 60 min 90 min 120 min 150 min 180 min 6 µU/mL 8 µU/mL 10 µU/mL 10 µU/mL 9 µU/mL 8 µU/mL 7 µU/mL 6 µU/mL 6 µU/mL 86 mg/dL 89 mg/dL 91 mg/dL 92 mg/dL 91 mg/dL 89 mg/dL 88 mg/dL 86 mg/dL 86 mg/dL 92 mg/dL
Clinical Insight (Glycemic Model) Low glycemic load (GL 0.1) promotes stable blood glucose with a gentle peak around 92 mg/dL and minimal insulin surge.
Glycemic Load (GL) Low
0.1 GL pts

Glycemic Load (GL) combines both the Glycemic Index (GI) and the actual amount of digestible carbohydrates in a serving.

Clinical thresholds: Low ≤ 10 pts • Moderate 11–19 pts • High ≥ 20 pts

Index (GI)
1
Glucose peak
92
mg/dL
P+F+Fiber buffer
1.5
🛡️ Glycemic buffering in this meal
Protein (16.5 g), fat (30.7 g), and dietary fiber (34.4 g) slow gastric emptying and attenuate the postprandial glucose peak.
Net carbohydrates (digestible) 7.7 g
Simple sugars: 0.9 g Slowing fiber: 34.4 g
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