USDA-derived comparison

Hemp Seeds vs Macadamia Nuts

Hemp Seeds leads for Magnesium, Zinc and Phosphorus; Macadamia Nuts answers with Fiber.

Who each is for: Choose hemp Seeds for magnesium and zinc. Choose macadamia Nuts for fiber.

Reviewed 20 July 2026. Generic food data per 100g; brands and preparation vary.

Hemp Seeds

Typical serving: 3 tbsp (30g)

40/100

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Macadamia Nuts

Typical serving: a handful (28g)

19/100

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Side by side, per 100g

The stronger number is highlighted, honestly: higher wins for aim-for nutrients, lower wins for stay-under ones like saturated fat and sodium.

NutrientHemp SeedsMacadamia Nuts
Calories553 kcal718 kcal
Protein32 g8 g
Carbs9 g14 g
Fat49 g76 g
Fiber4 g9 g
Sat fat5 g12 g
Sodium5 mg5 mg
Potassium1,200 mg368 mg
Calcium70 mg85 mg
Iron8 mg3.7 mg
Magnesium700 mg130 mg
Zinc9.9 mg1.3 mg
Vitamin C1 mg1 mg
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg
Folate110 µg11 µg

Servings differ: 3 tbsp of hemp seeds is about 30g, a handful of macadamia nuts about 28g. Scale accordingly before deciding anything on the 100g basis alone.

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