grains, nuts, seeds, and appropriate sources of protein.
Chia Seed Nutrition
A typical serving of two tablespoons, or approximately 28 grams, provides roughly:
About 138 calories
Approximately 4.5 to 5 grams of protein
About 8.5 to 9 grams of fat
Approximately 10 grams of dietary fiber
Nearly 5 grams of alpha-linolenic acid, depending on the product
Calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, iron, and zinc
Exact values vary by brand, seed variety, growing conditions, and serving measurement. Because much of the carbohydrate in chia consists of fiber, the seeds contain
