Aquatic Foods
Clam, tongue, tail
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 58% |
| Calories | 51kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 9.4 g/ 71g (13%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 2.5 g/ 348g (0.72%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 22 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 71 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 1.2 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Sodium | 369 mg/ 1500mg (24%) |
Allergen Info
Mollusks
What is this food?
Clam tongue and tail (a seafood part) — a lean protein source usually cooked as viand or mixed into soups and stews. Per 100g, it’s about 51 kcal.
Why it matters to health
This food is mainly protein, which helps build and repair body tissues and supports you feeling full between meals. It’s also low in calories and carbohydrates, so it can fit well into a balanced day of 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks.
At the same time, it has sodium (about 369 mg per 100g). If it’s cooked with salty sauces, broth, or seasoning, sodium can add up—so it’s best to watch portions and how it’s prepared.
At the same time, it has sodium (about 369 mg per 100g). If it’s cooked with salty sauces, broth, or seasoning, sodium can add up—so it’s best to watch portions and how it’s prepared.
Healthier tips
- Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, ampalaya) and a small amount of rice or root crops if needed for energy.
- Use lighter seasoning when possible: try less salty broth/sauce, and add flavor with garlic, onion, herbs, calamansi, or vinegar.
- For a typical meal, aim for a palm-sized portion of seafood protein, then fill the rest with vegetables and a sensible serving of carbs.
- If you’re having this as a snack, keep it small and avoid pairing with very salty dips.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang na hipon o seafood, Ginataang seafood, Garlic butter clams, Baked tahong/clam with cheese, Seafood arroz caldo
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