Clam vs. Cockles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between clam and cockles?
- Clam is higher in vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and calcium; however, cockles are richer in iron.
- Cockles' daily need coverage for iron is 167% more.
- Cockles contain 15 times less vitamin B1 than clam. Clam contains 0.15mg of vitamin B1, while cockles contain 0.01mg.
We used Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Cockles, raw (Alaska Native) types in this article.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +206.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +476.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +89.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +178.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.8% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 4120% | |
| Iron | 2.81mg | 16.2mg | 167% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 116% | |
| Copper | 0.688mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 52% | |
| Phosphorus | 338mg | 48% | |
| Manganese | 1mg | 43% | |
| Zinc | 2.73mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 25% | |
| Protein | 25.55g | 13.5g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% | |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 628mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.2mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.01mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 29µg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 92mg | 30mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 4% | |
| Calories | 148kcal | 79kcal | 3% |
| Fats | 1.95g | 0.7g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.188g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 3.2mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 5.13g | 4.7g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.13g | 4.7g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 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 |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cockles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cockles contains less Sodium (difference - 1202mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cockles is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.188g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cockles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
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 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 ($)