Clam vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between clam and chocolate cake
- The amount of vitamin B12, selenium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin C, zinc, and vitamin B2 in clam is higher than in chocolate cake.
- Clam covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 4114% more than chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake has 111 times less vitamin C than clam. Clam has 22.1mg of vitamin C, while chocolate cake has 0.2mg.
- Chocolate cake contains less sodium.
- Chocolate cake has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41, while the glycemic index of clam is 27.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +53.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +348.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +74.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +232.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +295.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +218.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +257.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +437.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -73.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +10950% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +195% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +123.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +168.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +61706.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.55 g
Fats:
1.95 g
Carbs:
5.13 g
Water:
63.64 g
Other:
3.73 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +382.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +160.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +107.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +674.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +940.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.188 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.172 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.552 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3411% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +400.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 0.16µg | 4114% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 11.9µg | 95% |
| Copper | 0.688mg | 0.207mg | 53% |
| Protein | 25.55g | 5.3g | 41% |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 315mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 338mg | 106mg | 33% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 0.28mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 0.2mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 0.188g | 5.43g | 24% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Fats | 1.95g | 15.1g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 19% | |
| Zinc | 2.73mg | 0.69mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 5.13g | 53.4g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.213mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2.81mg | 1.61mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 2.761g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.172g | 6.039g | 15% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 140mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 1.137mg | 14% |
| Calories | 148kcal | 371kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.304mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.041mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 60mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 58mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.141mg | 1% |
| Folate | 29µg | 27µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.13g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.798mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.576mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.116mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.104g | 0g | 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
983%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.242g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Clam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 887mg)
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 ($)