Even though it has 16 grams of total fat, 80 percent of the total consists of healthy unsaturated fats, which is similar to olive oil for the ratio of good to bad fats. One serving, or 2 tablespoons, of peanut butter contains 2 grams of dietary fiber, 6 grams of total carbohydrates and 8 grams of protein.
Chia seeds also contain fiber, protein, antioxidants, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron. (There was a great comparison of chia seed nutrition with hemp, flax, and pumpkin seeds in yesterdayâs Los Angeles Times .). Of particular interest to marathoners and other elite athletes are chiaâs hydrating and endurance properties.
chia seeds come from mexico and are a member of the mint family the seeds are loaded with a number of nutrients that promote good health including protein fiber omega 3 fatty acids iron magnesium and selenium one ounce of chia seeds which is a little less than 3 tablespoons has 136 calories 9 grams of fat 12 grams of carbs 10 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein one ounce also meets more than 10 percent of the daily value for iron magnesium and selenium