True morels vs. Clam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are true morels and clam different?
- True morels are higher in iron and fiber; however, clam is richer in selenium, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B2, vitamin A, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for iron for true morels is 117% higher.
- True morels have less sodium.
Mushrooms, morel, raw and Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat are the varieties used 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 | +333.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +114% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +10.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2809.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +23.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +117.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +222.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.12 g
Fats:
0.57 g
Carbs:
5.1 g
Water:
89.61 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
25.55 g
Fats:
1.95 g
Carbs:
5.13 g
Water:
63.64 g
Other:
3.73 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +718.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +242.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.1% |
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Carbs
~5.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.065 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.052 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.188 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.172 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.552 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +230.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 98.89µg | 4120% | |
| Iron | 12.18mg | 2.81mg | 117% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 64µg | 112% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1202mg | 51% |
| Protein | 3.12g | 25.55g | 45% |
| Vitamin D | 5.1µg | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 206IU | 26% | |
| Vitamin C | 22.1mg | 25% | |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% | |
| Phosphorus | 194mg | 338mg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 171µg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.587mg | 1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.205mg | 0.426mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.625mg | 0.688mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.252mg | 3.354mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.069mg | 0.15mg | 7% |
| Calories | 31kcal | 148kcal | 6% |
| Zinc | 2.03mg | 2.73mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 411mg | 628mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 92mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.44mg | 0.68mg | 5% |
| Folate | 9µg | 29µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.136mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.57g | 1.95g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.065g | 0.188g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.433g | 0.552g | 1% |
| Carbs | 5.1g | 5.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.3g | 5.13g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.6g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.052g | 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 | 0g | 0.138g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.146g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.104g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.215g | N/A |
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
19%
983%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
96%
129%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
True morels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
True morels contains less Sodium (difference - 1181mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
True morels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.123g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
Clam is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Clam is relatively richer in vitamins