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Clam vs. Yellowtail — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Clam and Yellowtail

  • Clam is richer in Vitamin B12, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Vitamin B2, Iron, Vitamin C, and Phosphorus, yet Yellowtail is richer in Vitamin B3.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Clam is 4068% higher.
  • Clam contains 53 times more Manganese than Yellowtail. Clam contains 1mg of Manganese, while Yellowtail contains 0.019mg.
  • Yellowtail contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Fish, yellowtail, mixed species, cooked, dry heat.

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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 Calcium +217.2%
Contains more Iron +346%
Contains more Phosphorus +68.2%
Contains more Potassium +16.7%
Contains more Zinc +307.5%
Contains more Copper +1086.2%
Contains more Manganese +5163.2%
Contains more Selenium +36.8%
Contains more Magnesium +111.1%
Contains less Sodium -95.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 28% 106% 13% 145% 56% 157% 75% 230% 131% 350%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 24% 28% 87% 48% 7% 19% 20% 3% 256%
Contains more Calcium +217.2%
Contains more Iron +346%
Contains more Phosphorus +68.2%
Contains more Potassium +16.7%
Contains more Zinc +307.5%
Contains more Copper +1086.2%
Contains more Manganese +5163.2%
Contains more Selenium +36.8%
Contains more Magnesium +111.1%
Contains less Sodium -95.8%

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.
Clam
5
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Contains more Vitamin A +448.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +662.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +735.3%
Contains more Folate +625%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +7811.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +159.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +68.2%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.681
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 35% 0% 0% 74% 38% 99% 63% 41% 26% 22% 12362% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 7% 0% 0% 10% 44% 12% 164% 41% 43% 3% 157% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +448.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +662.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +735.3%
Contains more Folate +625%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +7811.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +159.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +68.2%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.681

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +16.1%
Contains more Fats +244.6%
Equal in Water - 67.33
26% 2% 5% 64% 4%
Protein: 25.55 g
Fats: 1.95 g
Carbs: 5.13 g
Water: 63.64 g
Other: 3.73 g
30% 7% 67%
Protein: 29.67 g
Fats: 6.72 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 67.33 g
Other: 0 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +16.1%
Contains more Fats +244.6%
Equal in Water - 67.33

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Clam Yellowtail
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Clam Yellowtail Opinion
Net carbs 5.13g 0g Clam
Protein 25.55g 29.67g Yellowtail
Fats 1.95g 6.72g Yellowtail
Carbs 5.13g 0g Clam
Calories 148kcal 187kcal Yellowtail
Calcium 92mg 29mg Clam
Iron 2.81mg 0.63mg Clam
Magnesium 18mg 38mg Yellowtail
Phosphorus 338mg 201mg Clam
Potassium 628mg 538mg Clam
Sodium 1202mg 50mg Yellowtail
Zinc 2.73mg 0.67mg Clam
Copper 0.688mg 0.058mg Clam
Manganese 1mg 0.019mg Clam
Selenium 64µg 46.8µg Clam
Vitamin A 570IU 104IU Clam
Vitamin A RAE 171µg 31µg Clam
Vitamin C 22.1mg 2.9mg Clam
Vitamin B1 0.15mg 0.175mg Yellowtail
Vitamin B2 0.426mg 0.051mg Clam
Vitamin B3 3.354mg 8.718mg Yellowtail
Vitamin B5 0.68mg 0.681mg Yellowtail
Vitamin B6 0.11mg 0.185mg Yellowtail
Folate 29µg 4µg Clam
Vitamin B12 98.89µg 1.25µg Clam
Tryptophan 0.286mg 0.332mg Yellowtail
Threonine 1.099mg 1.301mg Yellowtail
Isoleucine 1.112mg 1.367mg Yellowtail
Leucine 1.798mg 2.411mg Yellowtail
Lysine 1.909mg 2.725mg Yellowtail
Methionine 0.576mg 0.878mg Yellowtail
Phenylalanine 0.915mg 1.158mg Yellowtail
Valine 1.116mg 1.528mg Yellowtail
Histidine 0.49mg 0.873mg Yellowtail
Cholesterol 67mg 71mg Clam
Saturated Fat 0.188g Yellowtail
Omega-3 - DHA 0.146g Clam
Omega-3 - EPA 0.138g Clam
Omega-3 - DPA 0.104g Clam
Monounsaturated Fat 0.172g Clam
Polyunsaturated fat 0.552g Clam

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Clam Yellowtail
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
1063%
Clam
40%
Yellowtail
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
129%
Clam
49%
Yellowtail

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Yellowtail
Yellowtail contains less Sodium (difference - 1152mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Yellowtail
Yellowtail is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.188g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellowtail
Yellowtail is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Clam
Clam is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Clam - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171975/nutrients
  2. Yellowtail - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174248/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.