Prepared and Processed / Fermented Foods
Clam paste, ginamos
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 69kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.5 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 8.9 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 5.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.79%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 1.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 207 mg/ 750mg (27%) source |
Phosphorus | 153 mg/ 700mg (21%) source |
Iron | 22.5 mg/ 12mg (187%) high |
Sodium | 2357 mg/ 1500mg (157%) |
Allergen Info
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What is this food?
Clam paste (ginamos) is a salty, fermented seafood condiment made from clams. It’s usually used as a flavoring or dip, not as a main viand.
Why it matters to health
Clam paste can add protein and some carbs, but it’s also high in sodium (about 2357 mg per 100 g), which can affect blood pressure if eaten often or in large amounts. It has a small amount of sugar and very little fiber, so it works best when paired with fiber-rich foods (like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains) and balanced meals.
Healthier tips
- Use a small amount as a seasoning (start with 1–2 teaspoons) instead of eating it like a main dish.
- Balance it with fiber: add vegetables (e.g., kangkong, talong, repolyo) and/or brown rice or whole grains.
- For your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks: keep ginamos to one meal flavoring, then choose lower-sodium sides the rest of the day.
- Rinse or dilute if your recipe allows, and avoid combining multiple salty condiments in the same dish (e.g., patis + bagoong + ginamos together).
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang clam with ginamos, Sinigang with ginamos, Pinakbet with ginamos, Paksiw na may ginamos, Fried rice with ginamos
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