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Spring Tuna - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spring Tuna Recipe

Spring Tuna has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Niacin.

The food contains 18.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.6 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 low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spring Tuna has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2240 IU44.8%
Vitamin C22.3 mg37.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.66 mg2.2%
Thiamin0.44 mg29.2%
Riboflavin0.13 mg7.8%
Niacin5.3 mg26.4%
Vitamin B60.47 mg23.6%
Folate65.6 mcg16.4%
Vitamin B120.17 mcg2.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.43 mg4.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38 mg3.8%
Iron2 mg11.2%
Magnesium49.2 mg12.3%
Phosphorus169 mg16.9%
Potassium384.9 mg11%
Sodium135.5 mg5.6%
Zinc1.1 mg7.6%
Copper0.18 mg9%
Manganese0.43 mg21.3%
Selenium15.3 mcg21.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.3 g6.1%
Dietary Fiber5.3 g21.2%
Sugars5.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.6 g29.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.2 g6.5%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat2.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 168 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.2 g 6.5%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 16.4 mg 5.5%

Sodium 135.5 mg 5.6%

Total Carbohydrates 18.3 g 6.1%

Dietary Fiber 5.3 g21.2%

Sugars 5.8 g

Protein 14.6 g 29.2%

Vitamin A 44.8% Vitamin C 37.1%

Calcium 3.8% Iron 11.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1242067 Embed Table:

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