Clams
Very low calorie densityCalories per 100 g
29
Density
0.29kcal/g
Protein / 100g
5.7g
Carbs / 100g
2.9g
Fat / 100g
0.0g
Where this food sits on the scale
01.546+ kcal/g
Clams has 0.29 calories per gram (29 per 100 g). Mostly water and fiber. You can eat a large volume of these foods for very few calories. For comparison, water-rich vegetables sit near 0.2 kcal/g while pure oils reach about 9 kcal/g.
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Clams | 35 g | 10 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 29 |
Where the calories come from
- Protein5.7 g / 100 g67% of calories
- Carbs2.9 g / 100 g33% of calories
- Fat0.0 g / 100 g0% of calories
Quick comparisons
- Clams is 1.9× as dense than Cucumber, With Peel, Raw (0.29 vs 0.15 kcal/g).
- Clams is 1.6× less dense than Apple Juice, Canned Or Bottled, Unsweetened, With Added Ascorbic Acid (0.29 vs 0.46 kcal/g).
- Clams is 8.7× less dense than Chicken Breast Tenders, Breaded, Cooked, Microwaved (0.29 vs 2.52 kcal/g).
Frequently asked questions about clams
- How many calories are in 100 grams of clams?
- Clams contains 29 calories per 100 g, along with 5.7 g of protein, 2.9 g of carbohydrates, and 0.0 g of fat.
- What is the calorie density of clams?
- Clams has a calorie density of 0.29 kcal per gram, which places it in the very low tier (under 0.6 kcal/g).
- How many calories are in one 12 clams of clams?
- One 12 clams of Clams weighs about 35 g and provides roughly 10 calories.
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