Clam vs. Brazil nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Clam and Brazil nut?
- Clam is higher in Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B2, however, Brazil nut is richer in Selenium, Copper, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, and Fiber.
- Clam's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 4120% more.
- Brazil nut contains 401 times less Sodium than Clam. Clam contains 1202mg of Sodium, while Brazil nut contains 3mg.
We used Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched 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 IronIron | +15.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1988.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +73.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +153.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2895.3% |
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 | +3057.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1117.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1036.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +269.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +311.3% |
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:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1760.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3341% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +128.8% |
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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
16.134 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
23.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.399 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +13783.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4320.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 148kcal | 659kcal |
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| Protein | 25.55g | 14.32g |
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| Fats | 1.95g | 67.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 0.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.13g | 4.24g |
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| Carbs | 5.13g | 11.74g |
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| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 376mg |
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| Calcium | 92mg | 160mg |
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| Potassium | 628mg | 659mg |
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| Iron | 2.81mg | 2.43mg |
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| Sugar | 2.33g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 7.5g |
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| Copper | 0.688mg | 1.743mg |
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| Zinc | 2.73mg | 4.06mg |
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| Starch | 0.25g |
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| Phosphorus | 338mg | 725mg |
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| Sodium | 1202mg | 3mg |
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| Vitamin A | 570IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 171µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 5.65mg |
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| Manganese | 1mg | 1.223mg |
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| Selenium | 64µg | 1917µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.617mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.426mg | 0.035mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.354mg | 0.295mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.184mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.101mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 29µg | 22µg |
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| Choline | 28.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.188g | 16.134g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.172g | 23.879g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.552g | 24.399g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0.135mg |
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| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0.365mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0.518mg |
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| Leucine | 1.798mg | 1.19mg |
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| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0.49mg |
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| Methionine | 0.576mg | 1.124mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0.639mg |
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| Valine | 1.116mg | 0.76mg |
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| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0.409mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.104g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g |
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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
981%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
1208%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.33g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.946g)
Which food is cheaper?
Clam is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brazil nut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brazil nut contains less Sodium (difference - 1199mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brazil nut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.