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Ingredient library · Seafood

Clams 蜆

ColdFlavour · Sweet, SaltySeafood

Traditional use

A cooling shellfish.

Strongly cooling — useful in heat; eat sparingly if you feel the cold or have loose stools.

Cook thoroughly; avoid with a shellfish allergy.

In season for

Good all year round

Nutrition (approx.)

100 g
86kcal
  • Protein14.7 g
  • Carbs3.6 g
  • Fat1.0 g
  • Fibre0.0 g

Reference values per 100 g; actual values vary by variety and cooking.

Also cold

Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.