Foraged Foods / Wild Fruits
Clam, imbao
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 40% |
| Calories | 64kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.8 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.8 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 7.3 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 3 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.43%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.48 mg/ 1mg (36%) high |
Vit B3 | 1.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 154 mg/ 750mg (20%) source |
Phosphorus | 69 mg/ 700mg (9%) |
Iron | 4 mg/ 12mg (33%) source |
Sodium | 506 mg/ 1500mg (33%) |
Allergen Info
Mollusks
What is this food?
Clam (Imbao) is a type of shellfish. In 100g, it’s relatively low in calories and works well as a protein for meals or snacks.
Why it matters to health
Imbao can support your daily protein needs with only about 64 kcal per 100g. It also provides cholesterol (about 25 mg) and sodium (about 506 mg), so it’s best to enjoy it in reasonable portions—especially if you’re watching salt or have high blood pressure. It has some carbohydrates (7.3g) but no fiber, so pairing it with vegetables, fruits, or rice/whole grains helps make the meal more balanced. It also has small amounts of fat (0.8g) including saturated fat (0.16g), so choose cooking methods that don’t add too much oil.
Healthier tips
- For your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks a day, use imbao as the protein part of your main meal (e.g., with rice and lots of veggies).
- Keep the sodium in check: go easy on patis/soy sauce, and prefer ginger, garlic, calamansi, and herbs for flavor.
- Add fiber for better fullness: pair with malunggay, kangkong, pechay, or ensaladang gulay.
- Watch portion size: since it has sodium and cholesterol, aim for a reasonable serving and don’t make it the only food you eat daily.
- If you’re having it as a snack, keep it small and pair with water or unsweetened drinks.
Common Filipino dishes
Imbao (clams) with garlic, Sinigang na imbao, Adobong imbao, Aligue-style clams (with caution on added fat), Ginataang imbao
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