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Mediterranean Tuna Loaf - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mediterranean Tuna Loaf Recipe

Mediterranean Tuna Loaf has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Niacin.

The food contains 11.9g 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 21.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 55, for Mediterranean Tuna Loaf, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein36%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs20%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.85 IU0.02%Mid 40%Average
Retinol358.1 mcg
Vitamin C16.2 mg27.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin D121.4 IU30.3%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.3 mg21.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate14.5 mcg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B125.1 mcg85.5%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.85 mg8.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium179.5 mg17.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.7 mg9.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium37.6 mg9.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus294 mg29.4%Top 10%Very High
Potassium208.5 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium469.9 mg19.6%Top 30%High
Zinc0.85 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium23.1 mcg33%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.2 g3.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.4%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.3 g36.6%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.9 mg
Isoleucine0.9 mg
Leucine0.9 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0.9 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.9 mg
Tyrosine0.9 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.9 mg
Alanine0.9 mg
Aspartic Acid1.7 mg
Glutamic Acid3.4 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.9 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.2 g15.6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.2 g16.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244 Calories from Fat 107

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.9 g 18.3%

Saturated Fat 3.8 g 19%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 79 mg 26.3%

Sodium 549.8 mg 22.9%

Total Carbohydrates 11.9 g 4%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 21.4 g 42.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 31.7%

Calcium 21% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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