4. Steam the clams. Allow the clams enough time to open their shells-this will be indicated by a burst of steam and popped-open shells, anywhere from 2â3 minutes to 5-10 minutes, depending on the type of clams.
Effects of Poor Nutrition on your Health. Consistently making poor choices when it comes to food can lead to several unhealthy outcomes. 1. Cardiovascular disease (CVD): High blood cholesterol and lipid build-up can clog arteries, leading to cardiovascular disease.
1 Food shortages and intestinal parasites are leading causes of malnutrition in the developing world. 2  In the U.S., most cases of malnutrition can be attributed to poor or imbalanced diets. 3  Acute conditions such as surgery, severe burns, infections, and trauma can drastically increase short-term nutritional requirements.