Clam vs. Mexican tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between clam and Mexican tea
- Clam has more vitamin B12, selenium, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin C; however, Mexican tea is higher in manganese, folate, and magnesium.
- Clam covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 4120% more than Mexican tea.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Epazote, 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 IronIron | +49.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +262.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +148.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +293% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7011.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +572.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +198.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +209.8% |
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 | +513.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +435.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +424.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +279.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +641.4% |
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:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +7642.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +275% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +49.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.2% |
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 0µg | 4120% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 0.9µg | 115% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 3.098mg | 91% |
| Copper | 0.688mg | 0.19mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 43mg | 50% |
| Protein | 25.55g | 0.33g | 50% |
| Folate | 29µg | 215µg | 47% |
| Phosphorus | 338mg | 86mg | 36% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 121mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 3.6mg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 3µg | 19% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 275mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 0.639mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.73mg | 1.1mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.8g | 15% |
| Iron | 2.81mg | 1.88mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.028mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.179mg | 10% |
| Calories | 148kcal | 32kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.348mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.152mg | 3% |
| Fats | 1.95g | 0.52g | 2% |
| Carbs | 5.13g | 7.44g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.188g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.13g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Potassium | 628mg | 633mg | 0% |
| 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 |
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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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mexican tea is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mexican tea contains less Sodium (difference - 1159mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mexican tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.188g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Clam is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
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 richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.