Flaxseed (ground) vs Sesame Seeds
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Flaxseed (ground)
per 100g
Nuts & SeedsSesame Seeds
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Flaxseed (ground) | Sesame Seeds |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 534kcal | 573kcal |
| Protein | 18.3g | 17.7g |
| Carbs | 28.9g | 23.4g |
| Fat | 42.2g | 49.7g |
| Fiber | 27.3g | 11.8g |
| Sugar | 1.6g | 0.3g |
| Sodium | 30mg | 11mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Flaxseed (ground) has 39 fewer calories per 100g than Sesame Seeds (7% less).
- Flaxseed (ground) delivers more protein (18.3g vs 17.7g per 100g).
- Flaxseed (ground) has more fiber (27.3g vs 11.8g).
- Flaxseed (ground) contains less fat (42.2g vs 49.7g).
- Sesame Seeds has less sugar (0.3g vs 1.6g).
Flaxseed (ground)
Ground flaxseed is the richest plant source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids and lignans, phytoestrogens linked in studies to hormone balance and reduced LDL cholesterol. Whole flaxseed passes through largely undigested, so grinding (or buying pre-ground) is essential to unlock its nutrients.
View Flaxseed (ground) nutrition →Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are remarkably high in calcium, iron and the lignans sesamin and sesamol. Ground into tahini they are a staple of hummus and Middle Eastern cooking, delivering plant protein and healthy fats.
View Sesame Seeds nutrition →Track Flaxseed (ground) & Sesame Seeds in Kairo
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