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Chia Seeds

Lab-tested reference nutrition values for a standard 100g serving.

Calories
486 kcal
Fat
30.7g
Carbs
42.1g
Protein
16.5g

🧬 Micronutrients & Longevity Highlights

potassium: 407 mg
magnesium: 335 mg
fiber: 34.4 g
✓ High Protein
✓ Lab Tested
✓ Clean Foods

📋 Quick Summary: Chia Seeds Nutrition Facts (Per 100g)

A standard 100g serving of Chia Seeds provides 486 calories, 16.5g protein, 42.1g carbs (g fiber), and 30.7g fat.

Caloric Density: 486 kcal / 100g
Protein Content: 16.5g
Carbohydrates: 42.1g
Dietary Fat: 30.7g

🛡️ Primary Health Benefits & Target Functions

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Digestive Regularity

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Bone Mineralization

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Hydration Balance

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

🧬 Evidence-Based Longevity Science

5-Pillar Biohack & Cellular Health Matrix: Chia Seeds

Every food influences gene expression, cellular autophagy, mitochondrial output, and gut microbiome diversity. Below is the clinically mapped 0–100 biohacking profile for Chia Seeds.

🧠 Brain & Focus88/100💪 Lean Muscle65/100🌿 Gut Microbiome98/100🛡️ Heart & Circulation92/100⚡ Metabolic Flexibility90/100

Biochemical Balance & Calorie Energy Split

In a standard 100g portion (486 kcal), energy is distributed as:

Protein: 14% (16.5g)Carbs: 35% (7.7g net)Fat: 51% (30.7g)
💡 Net Carbohydrate Impact: 42.1g total carbs − 34.4g fiber = 7.7g net carbs per 100g serving.
🧠 Brain & Focus88/100

Rich in plant ALA Omega-3s and Magnesium supporting neural signal transmission.

💪 Lean Muscle & Recovery65/100

Contains all 9 essential amino acids along with calcium and iron.

🌿 Gut Microbiome98/100

Incredible 34g fiber per 100g forms a prebiotic mucilage gel that heals the intestinal barrier.

🛡️ Heart & Circulation92/100

Soluble mucilage fiber binds excess dietary cholesterol and lowers blood pressure.

⚡ Metabolic Flexibility90/100

Gel-forming fiber slows carbohydrate absorption to near zero glycemic impact.

🍽️ Dietary Suitability & Lifestyle Fitting

  • Ketogenic & Low-Carb: Moderate-to-high carb content (7.7g net carbs); monitor total daily allotments.
  • High-Protein / Athletic: Exceptional muscle-building staple with 16.5g protein per 100g.
  • Volume Eating: Moderate-to-dense energy yield (486 kcal/100g); weigh portions accurately.

🍳 Culinary Science & Nutrient Retention

To maximize the nutritional bioavailability of Chia Seeds, avoid extreme high-heat burning to protect unsaturated fatty acids against oxidation. Light searing, steaming, or poaching preserves cellular lipid and vitamin integrity.

Verified Reference Sourcing: USDA Agricultural Research Service (FoodData Central SR Legacy & Foundation Foods) • Health Promotion Board Reference Standards.
Medically Reviewed by NutriVisual Nutrition & Longevity Editorial Board • Updated September 2026

⚖️ Visual Calorie portion Equivalents

A 100g portion of Chia Seeds (486 kcal) is equivalent in energy density to:

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Chia Seeds)

How many calories are in 100g of Chia Seeds?

100 grams of Chia Seeds contains approximately 486 calories, along with 16.5g protein, 42.1g carbohydrates, and 30.7g fat.

What are the macros for Chia Seeds?

Per 100g serving, Chia Seeds provides 16.5g protein, 42.1g carbs (34.4 g fiber), and 30.7g fat.

Is Chia Seeds high in protein?

Chia Seeds provides 16.5g of protein per 100g serving, making it a valuable component of visual macro tracking on NutriVisual.

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