Clam vs. Coconut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between clam and coconut
- Clam has more vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and copper; however, coconut is higher in fiber and manganese.
- Clam covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 4120% more than coconut.
- The glycemic index of coconut is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Nuts, coconut meat, raw.
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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 | +557.1% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +76.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +15.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +58.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +148.2% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +199.1% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +533.7% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50% |
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 | +569.7% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +127.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2030% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +521.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +126.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +103.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +11.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +667.3% |
Contains more WaterWater | +35.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +288.5% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1617.4% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +196.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.8% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +728.5% |
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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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 0µg | 4120% |
Saturated fat | 0.188g | 29.698g | 134% |
Selenium | 64µg | 10.1µg | 98% |
Sodium | 1202mg | 20mg | 51% |
Fats | 1.95g | 33.49g | 49% |
Protein | 25.55g | 3.33g | 44% |
Fiber | 0g | 9g | 36% |
Phosphorus | 338mg | 113mg | 32% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.02mg | 31% |
Copper | 0.688mg | 0.435mg | 28% |
Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg | 22% |
Manganese | 1mg | 1.5mg | 22% |
Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 3.3mg | 21% |
Vitamin A | 171µg | 0µg | 19% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 0.54mg | 18% |
Zinc | 2.73mg | 1.1mg | 15% |
Calories | 148kcal | 354kcal | 10% |
Potassium | 628mg | 356mg | 8% |
Calcium | 92mg | 14mg | 8% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.3mg | 8% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.066mg | 7% |
Iron | 2.81mg | 2.43mg | 5% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.054mg | 4% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.172g | 1.425g | 3% |
Magnesium | 18mg | 32mg | 3% |
Carbs | 5.13g | 15.23g | 3% |
Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
Choline | 12.1mg | 2% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 0.366g | 1% |
Folate | 29µg | 26µg | 1% |
Net carbs | 5.13g | 6.23g | N/A |
Sugar | 6.23g | N/A | |
Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
Threonine | 1.099mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.798mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.909mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.576mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
Valine | 1.116mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.49mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | 0g | 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%
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
8%
![Coconut](/img/foods/50px/12104.png)
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
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63%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
![Coconut](/img/foods/50px/12104.png)
Coconut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
![Coconut](/img/foods/50px/12104.png)
Coconut contains less Sodium (difference - 1182mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 29.51g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
![Clam](/img/foods/50px/15159.png)
Clam is relatively richer in vitamins