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●Low GI

⚡High Potassium

💪High Protein

Chia Seed (Ground) Calories

Omega-3 source, high fiber, plant protein, antioxidant

CALORIES

486kcal

1low

POTASSIUM

407mg

FIBER

34.4g

Chia Seed (Ground) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

486

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

42.1g

· 33%

Protein

16.5g

· 13%

Fat

30.7g

· 54%

Fiber

34.4g

Chia Seed (Ground) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

8.83mg · 55% DV

0.62mg · 52% DV

Biotin

8.5µg · 28% DV

0.85mg · 17% DV

Minerals

Manganese

3mg · 130% DV

Phosphorus

860mg · 123% DV

Copper

1mg · 111% DV

Selenium

55µg · 100% DV

Chia Seed (Ground) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Chia Seed (Ground) Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Chia Seed (Ground) Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Chia Seed (Ground) Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Chia Seed (Ground) Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.3g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

23.6g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Chia Seed (Ground) — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in ground chia seeds?

Ground chia seeds provide 486 calories per 100 g. That amount also contains 16.5 g of protein, 30.7 g of fat, and 34.4 g of fiber.

Are ground chia seeds suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, ground chia seeds are compatible with a keto diet. They contain 42.1 g of carbohydrates and 34.4 g of fiber per 100 g, with a glycemic index of 1.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.