Chia Seeds has about 58 calories per 1 tbsp (12 g), with 2 g protein, 5.1 g carbs and 3.7 g fat. Per 100 g it has 486 kcal.
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| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (12 g) | 58 kcal | 2 g | 5.1 g | 3.7 g |
| 100 g | 486 kcal | 16.5 g | 42.1 g | 30.7 g |
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| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tbsp (12 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | 58 kcal |
| Protein | 16.5 g | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 42.1 g | 5.1 g |
| Fat | 30.7 g | 3.7 g |
| Fibre | 34.4 g | 4.1 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 76 mg |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 0.9 mg |
| Potassium | 407 mg | 49 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 0.2 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.
To burn it off: 1 tbsp (12 g) (58 kcal) takes about 12 min of brisk walking or 5 min of running for a 70 kg adult.
One serving of Chia Seeds, 1 tbsp (12 g), has roughly 58 calories, with 2 g protein, 5.1 g carbohydrates, 3.7 g fat and 4.1 g fibre.
100 g of Chia Seeds has 486 kcal, with 16.5 g protein, 42.1 g carbs, 30.7 g fat, 34.4 g fibre and 0 g sugar.
Chia Seeds has 16.5 g protein per 100 g (2 g in 1 tbsp (12 g)). Protein provides about 13% of its calories.
Only in measured portions. At 486 kcal per 100 g it is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast. 1 tbsp (12 g) adds 58 kcal, so count it within your daily target.
Burning roughly 58 kcal takes about 12 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.
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