Side-by-Side Comparison
Nuts, Seeds & Kernels
Chia Seeds (Salvia hispanica) vs. Hemp Hearts (Shelled Hemp Seeds)
Comparing 2 standards across 13 specifications. 13 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Chia Seeds (Salvia hispanica)
Hemp Hearts (Shelled Hemp Seeds)
Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica) are ancient Mayan pseudo-seeds. Per 100g raw, they deliver 486 kcal, 30.7g fats (17,830mg Omega-3 ALA), 16.5g protein, 42.1g carbohydrates (34.4g fiber / 7.7g net carbs), and 631mg calcium.
Shelled hemp seeds (Cannabis sativa) are soft inner kernels rich in complete protein and GLA. Per 100g, they deliver 553 kcal, 48.8g fats (including 8,680mg Omega-3 ALA and 2,000mg gamma-linolenic acid GLA), 31.6g protein, and 8.67g carbohydrates (4.0g fiber).
Specification Comparison Table
13 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
486 kcal | 553 kcal |
|
Total Fat
|
30.7 g | 48.8 g |
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Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic)
|
17,830 (Among the highest of any plant food) mg | 8,680 mg |
|
Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA)
|
23.7 g | 38.1 g |
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Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA)
|
2.31 g | 5.40 g |
|
Saturated Fat
|
3.33 g | 4.60 g |
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Protein
|
16.5 g | 31.6 (Edestin & Albumin) g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
42.1 g | 8.67 g |
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Dietary Fiber
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34.4 (Soluble mucilage) g | 4.00 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
7.70 g | 4.67 g |
|
Magnesium
|
335 (80% DV) mg | 700 (167% DV) mg |
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Calcium
|
631 (63% DV) mg | — |
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Zinc
|
— | 9.90 (90% DV) mg |
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