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●Low GI

⚡High Potassium

💪High Protein

Ground chia seed Calories

Rich in omega-3, fiber, protein, minerals

CALORIES

486kcal

1low

POTASSIUM

460mg

FIBER

34.4g

Ground chia seed Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

486

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

42.1g

· 33%

Protein

16.5g

· 13%

Fat

30.7g

· 54%

Fiber

34.4g

Ground chia seed Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.89mg · 74% DV

8.83mg · 55% DV

Biotin

16µg · 53% DV

0.38mg · 22% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

860mg · 123% DV

Copper

1mg · 111% DV

Selenium

55µg · 100% DV

Manganese

2mg · 87% DV

Ground chia seed Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

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

Is Ground chia seed 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 Ground chia seed 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 Ground chia seed 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

Ground chia seed Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.3g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.1g

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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Ground chia seed — Frequently Asked Questions

Is ground chia seed good for keto or gluten-free diets?

Yes. Ground chia seed is compatible with keto and gluten-free diets, and it also fits vegan, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, pescatarian, and flexitarian eating patterns.

What are the calories and macros in ground chia seed?

Per 100 g, ground chia seed provides 486 calories, 16.5 g protein, 42.1 g carbs, 30.7 g fat, and 34.4 g fiber. Its glycemic index is 1.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.