Snail vs. Clam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are snail and clam different?
- Snail is higher in magnesium; however, clam is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, copper, vitamin C, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for clam is 4100% higher.
- Snail contains 14 times more magnesium than clam. While snail contains 250mg of magnesium, clam contains only 18mg.
- Snail has less sodium.
Mollusks, snail, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1288.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +820% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +173% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +133.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +470% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +255% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +139.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +19678% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +383.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +156.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +186.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +119% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.5µg | 98.89µg | 4100% |
| Selenium | 27.4µg | 64µg | 67% |
| Magnesium | 250mg | 18mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 70mg | 1202mg | 49% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 43% | |
| Vitamin E | 5mg | 33% | |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.688mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 22.1mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.426mg | 24% |
| Protein | 16.1g | 25.55g | 19% |
| Zinc | 1mg | 2.73mg | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 30µg | 171µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.15mg | 12% |
| Choline | 65mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.4mg | 3.354mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 2.81mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 338mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 92mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 382mg | 628mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 67mg | 6% |
| Folate | 6µg | 29µg | 6% |
| Calories | 90kcal | 148kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.252g | 0.552g | 2% |
| Carbs | 2g | 5.13g | 1% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 1.95g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.361g | 0.188g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 5.13g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.259g | 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 | 0.119g | 0.138g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.146g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.099g | 0.104g | 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
23%
983%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
129%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Snail is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Snail contains less Sodium (difference - 1132mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Snail is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.173g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
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.