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Low Carb Tuna Muffins - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low Carb Tuna Muffins Recipe

Low Carb Tuna Muffins has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 35.5 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to European cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Low Carb Tuna Muffins has been given a composite ranking of 46, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein50%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol437.8 mcg
Vitamin C5.7 mg9.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D149.7 IU37.4%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.52 mg30.5%Top 10%Very High
Niacin5.2 mg25.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.52 mg25.9%Top 10%Very High
Folate14 mcg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B125.7 mcg95%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.4%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium88.1 mg8.8%Top 30%High
Iron1 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium35.8 mg8.9%Top 30%High
Phosphorus236.8 mg23.7%Top 10%Very High
Potassium209.3 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium111.7 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium28 mcg40%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.04 g0.3%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.21 g0.83%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.4 g36.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine1 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.6 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.6 mg
Glutamic Acid3.1 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline1 mg
Serine1 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.8 g12%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.3 g16.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 295 Calories from Fat 136

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.1 g 23.2%

Saturated Fat 6.4 g 32%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 203.9 mg 68%

Sodium 215.5 mg 9%

Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 35.5 g 71%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 18.3%

Calcium 17% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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