Clams

Descriptions
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Non-vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have salty taste.

Usage Tips

Clams can be eaten raw or can be steamed, grilled, baked or stuffed.
They can be added to pastas or chowder.

Description

Clams is a variety of edible sea creature in a shell that has two parts tightly closed together. They have soft body and can be eaten. The outer shell can be hard or soft.

Health benefits

Clams are rich in Vitamin C that helps to absorb iron in the body.⁽¹⁾
It helps to provide Vitamin B12 which prevents Alzheimer’s disease.⁽¹⁾
It helps to nourish skin and can be applied to skin to treat certain conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.⁽¹⁾
It provides potassium and zinc that help to boost immune system.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Choose for clam in tightly closed or slightly opened hard shells. Avoid if they smell fishy.

Note

Excessive consumption of clams can cause high selenium content in the body that may cause nerve damage, upset stomach, fatigue and irritability. It is high in Vitamin B12 and overdose of it may also cause skin irritation and rashes.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://gooddecisions.com/5-reasons-to-eat-your-steamed-clams/

(2) https://www.livestrong.com/article/511653-harms-of-eating-clams-on-your-health/

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