Calorie comparison
Chia Seeds vs Pecans
Per 100 grams, chia seeds is the lighter choice by 205 calories, while chia seeds delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Chia Seeds | Pecans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 | 691 |
| Protein | 17 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 42 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 31 g | 72 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌱 Chia Seeds
1 tbsp (12 g)
58 cal
2 g protein · 5 g carbs · 3.7 g fat
🌰 Pecans
1 oz (28 g)
193 cal
2.5 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 20.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chia seeds or pecans?
Per 100 g, chia seeds has 486 calories and pecans has 691. Chia Seeds is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chia seeds or pecans?
Chia Seeds has 17 g of protein per 100 g; pecans has 9 g. Chia Seeds wins on protein.
Is chia seeds or pecans better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward chia seeds — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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