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Tuna on a Bed - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna on a Bed Recipe

Tuna on a Bed has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 10.1g 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 45.6 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 average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 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 3.74 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 69, for Tuna on a Bed, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein64%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1965 IU39.3%
Vitamin C19.7 mg32.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2 mg6.5%
Thiamin0.17 mg11.5%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.4%
Niacin23.5 mg117.5%
Vitamin B60.68 mg33.9%
Folate99.6 mcg24.9%
Vitamin B125.1 mcg84.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.65 mg6.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium48 mg4.8%
Iron3.7 mg20.8%
Magnesium59.6 mg14.9%
Phosphorus338 mg33.8%
Potassium723.1 mg20.7%
Sodium754.3 mg31.4%
Zinc1.6 mg10.8%
Copper0.17 mg8.5%
Manganese0.51 mg25.4%
Selenium139.2 mcg198.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.1 g3.4%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein45.6 g91.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.8 g10.5%
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 292 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.8 g 10.5%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 56.3 mg 18.8%

Sodium 754.3 mg 31.4%

Total Carbohydrates 10.1 g 3.4%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 45.6 g 91.2%

Vitamin A 39.3% Vitamin C 32.8%

Calcium 4.8% Iron 20.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2004116 Embed Table:

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