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Tuna Fiesta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Fiesta Recipe

Tuna Fiesta has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 67.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 22.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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 88, for Tuna Fiesta, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs61%

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 Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.53 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol106.9 mcg
Vitamin C14.8 mg24.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin D37.6 IU9.4%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.26 mg17.6%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.9 mg14.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.26 mg13.2%Top 30%High
Folate37.6 mcg9.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid29.4 mcg
Vitamin B121.6 mcg26.5%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.53 mg5.3%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium14.6 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Iron1.3 mg7.3%Top 30%High
Magnesium20.4 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus83.9 mg8.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium206.9 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium207.4 mg8.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.26 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.26 mg13.2%Top 30%High
Selenium10.8 mcg15.5%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17.8 g5.9%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.2 g4.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars3.9 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.6%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.48 g2.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 436 Calories from Fat 79

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 23.4 mg 7.8%

Sodium 784 mg 32.7%

Total Carbohydrates 67.1 g 22.4%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%

Sugars 14.8 g

Protein 22.7 g 45.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 93.3%

Calcium 5.5% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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