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Tuna Pasta 4 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Pasta 4 Recipe

Tuna Pasta 4 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 52g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 40.5 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.

On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable 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 high 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.

It belongs to Italian 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 88, for Tuna Pasta 4, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs41%

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 Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A133.1 IU2.7%Mid 40%Average
Retinol12.9 mcg
Vitamin C10.4 mg17.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin D55.3 IU13.8%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.22 mg14.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.22 mg13.1%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.6 mg17.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.22 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Folate32.7 mcg8.2%Top 30%High
Folic Acid22.7 mcg
Vitamin B120.44 mcg7.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.22 mg2.2%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium52.2 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.1 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium20.9 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus119.8 mg12%Mid 40%Average
Potassium201.8 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium191.5 mg8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.67 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.22 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Selenium23.1 mcg33%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.6 g3.9%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2 g
Glucose0.9 mg
Fructose0.9 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.2 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9 g18%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid1.8 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 504 Calories from Fat 133

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.8 g 22.8%

Saturated Fat 5.4 g 27%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 32.6 mg 10.9%

Sodium 861.7 mg 35.9%

Total Carbohydrates 52 g 17.3%

Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 40.5 g 81%

Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 78.3%

Calcium 23.5% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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