Arrowroot vs. Clam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between arrowroot and clam?
- Arrowroot is richer in folate, while clam is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin C.
- Clam's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 4120% higher.
- Clam has 12 times less folate than arrowroot. Arrowroot has 338µg of folate, while clam has 29µg.
- Arrowroot is lower in sodium.
- Arrowroot has a higher glycemic index (58) than clam (27).
We used Arrowroot, raw and Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +468.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +333.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +244.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +474.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +9042.9% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +141.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1065.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1063.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +17000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +622% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +98.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +161% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +502.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +875% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +162.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +500% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 98.89µg | 4120% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 64µg | 115% |
| Folate | 338µg | 29µg | 77% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.688mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 1202mg | 51% |
| Protein | 4.24g | 25.55g | 43% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 1mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 338mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.059mg | 0.426mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9mg | 22.1mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 67mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 171µg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 2.73mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.266mg | 0.11mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.693mg | 3.354mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 92mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.68mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2.22mg | 2.81mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Potassium | 454mg | 628mg | 5% |
| Calories | 65kcal | 148kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 13.39g | 5.13g | 3% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 1.95g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.092g | 0.552g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 0.188g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.09g | 5.13g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0.172g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.798mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.576mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.104g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
983%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
129%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Clam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 1176mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.149g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)