Clam vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between clam and hot chocolate
- Clam is richer than hot chocolate in vitamin B12, selenium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, iron, vitamin C, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for clam is 4100% higher.
- Clam contains 111 times more vitamin C than hot chocolate. Clam contains 22.1mg of vitamin C, while hot chocolate contains 0.2mg.
- Hot chocolate contains less sodium.
- Clam has a lower glycemic index than hot chocolate.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +218.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +569% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +568% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +333.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +221.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7592.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2270.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +23.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.3% |
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 | +235.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +284.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +134.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2421.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +20081.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +480% |
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:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +625.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +292.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +109.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.6% |
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
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +557.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +293.6% |
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 | 0.49µg | 4100% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 2.7µg | 111% |
| Copper | 0.688mg | 0.103mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 44mg | 50% |
| Protein | 25.55g | 3.52g | 44% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 0.013mg | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 338mg | 105mg | 33% |
| Iron | 2.81mg | 0.42mg | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 0.2mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 8mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 0.133mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.182mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.73mg | 0.63mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 197mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 51µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.039mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.328mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 45IU | 6% | |
| Folate | 29µg | 5µg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.188g | 1.431g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.04mg | 5% |
| Calories | 148kcal | 77kcal | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 0.084g | 3% |
| Choline | 15.6mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 92mg | 114mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 5.13g | 10.74g | 2% |
| Caffeine | 2mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.95g | 2.34g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.172g | 0.677g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.13g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.66g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.798mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.576mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.116mg | 0.201mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 1158mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.243g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)