Calorie comparison
Flax Seeds vs Macadamia Nuts
Per 100 grams, flax seeds is the lighter choice by 184 calories, while flax 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 | Flax Seeds | Macadamia Nuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 534 | 718 |
| Protein | 18 g | 8 g |
| Carbs | 29 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 76 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
🌱 Flax Seeds
1 tbsp (10 g)
53 cal
1.8 g protein · 2.9 g carbs · 4.2 g fat
🌰 Macadamia Nuts
1 oz (28 g)
201 cal
2.2 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 21.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, flax seeds or macadamia nuts?
Per 100 g, flax seeds has 534 calories and macadamia nuts has 718. Flax Seeds is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, flax seeds or macadamia nuts?
Flax Seeds has 18 g of protein per 100 g; macadamia nuts has 8 g. Flax Seeds wins on protein.
Is flax seeds or macadamia nuts 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 flax seeds — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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