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Chia Seeds, Ground

Chia Seeds, Ground

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Chia seeds, ground are a concentrated source of soluble fiber and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, milled to enhance nutrient absorption compared to whole seeds. This gluten-free superfood forms a gel-like consistency when mixed with liquids, making it effective for thickening smoothies or replacing eggs in vegan baking. A single tablespoon provides nearly 5 grams of fiber and significant alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), supporting digestive health and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Macro Impact

A 1 tbsp serving contains 60 calories, 3g protein, 5g carbs, and 3g fat.

Calorie Burn

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 tbsp (15 g)
Amount per serving
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g
4%
Saturated Fat0.3g
2%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat2g
Monounsaturated Fat0.5g
Cholesterol0mg
0%
Sodium2mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate5g
2%
Dietary Fiber5g
18%
Total Sugars0.1g
Includes Added Sugars0g
0%
Protein3g
Vitamin D0mcg
0%
Calcium80mg
6%
Iron2mg
11%
Potassium61mg
1%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet.

Nutrient Breakdown

Nutrient breakdown based on appropriate daily intake recommendations for a 175lb adult.

Carbs
Total Carbs
5 / 275 g
2%
Fiber
5 / 28 g
18%
Sugars
0 g
Added Sugars
0 / 50 g
0%
Soluble Fiber
2 g
Insoluble Fiber
3 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Xylitol
0 g
Sorbitol
0 g
Other Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
Total Fat
3 / 78 g
4%
Monounsaturated
0 / 31 g
1%
Polyunsaturated
2 / 23 g
10%
Saturated
0 / 23 g
1%
Trans
0 g
Cholesterol
0 / 300 g
0%
Omega 3
2 / 5 g
37%
Omega 6
1 / 19 g
3%
Omega 9
0 g
Protein
Protein
3 / 80 g
4%
Amino Acids
Histidine
0 / 3 g
3%
Isoleucine
0 / 2 g
9%
Leucine
0 / 3 g
8%
Lysine
0 / 2 g
7%
Methionine
0 / 1 g
6%
Phenylalanine
0 / 2 g
8%
Threonine
0 / 1 g
10%
Tryptophan
0 / 0 g
19%
Valine
0 / 2 g
9%
Arginine
1 g
Cysteine
0 g
Cystine
0 g
Tyrosine
0 g
Alanine
0 g
Aspartic Acid
1 g
Glutamic Acid
1 g
Glycine
0 g
Proline
0 g
Serine
0 g
Vitamins
Thiamine, B1
0 / 1 mg
8%
Riboflavin, B2
0 / 1 mg
3%
Niacin, B3
1 / 15 mg
9%
Pantothenic Acid, B5
0 / 5 mg
2%
Pyridoxine, B6
0 / 1 mg
6%
Biotin, B7
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Cobalamin, B12
0 / 2 mcg
0%
Folate
7 / 400 mcg
2%
Vitamin A
0 / 800 mcg
0%
Vitamin C
0 / 83 mg
0%
Vitamin D
0 / 15 mcg
0%
Vitamin E
0 / 15 mg
1%
Vitamin K
1 / 105 mcg
1%
Minerals
Calcium
80 / 1k mg
8%
Copper
0 / 1 mg
15%
Iron
2 / 13 mg
15%
Magnesium
35 / 370 mg
9%
Manganese
0 / 2 mg
20%
Phosphorous
129 / 700 mg
18%
Potassium
61 / 3k mg
2%
Selenium
8 / 55 mcg
15%
Sodium
2 / 2.3k mg
0%
Zinc
1 / 10 mg
7%
Chromium
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Molybdenum
0 / 45 mcg
0%
Iodine
0 / 150 mcg
0%
Chlorine
0 / 2.3k mg
0%
Other
Ethyl Alcohol
0 g
Water
1 g
Caffeine
0 mg
Choline
16 mg
Taurine
0 mg

References

Data on this page was sourced from a number of official governmental and non-governmental sources, including:

  1. 1.Chia seeds, dry, raw. USDA Foundational Foods. FDC ID 2710819.
  2. 2.Seeds, chia seeds, dried. USDA Standard Reference, Legacy. Food ID 170554.
  3. 3.Seeds, chia seeds, dried. Canadian Nutrient File. Food ID 2511.
  4. 4.Chia seeds. Frida. Public Food Key 1728.
  5. 5.Seed, chia, dried. Australian Nutrient Database. Public Food Key F008209.

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