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Tuna Salad Special - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Salad Special Recipe

Tuna Salad Special has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 3.9g 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 12.2 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".

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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tuna Salad Special has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein39%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A120 IU2.4%
Vitamin C0.36 mg0.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.92 mg3.1%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.6%
Riboflavin0.1 mg5.6%
Niacin5.5 mg27.5%
Vitamin B60.17 mg8.3%
Folate8 mcg2%
Vitamin B121.4 mcg22.9%
Pantothenic Acid0.27 mg2.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium13 mg1.3%
Iron0.83 mg4.6%
Magnesium12.8 mg3.2%
Phosphorus99 mg9.9%
Potassium129.8 mg3.7%
Sodium344.6 mg14.4%
Zinc0.47 mg3.1%
Copper0.03 mg1.3%
Manganese0.02 mg0.9%
Selenium37 mcg52.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.9 g1.3%
Dietary Fiber0.1 g0.4%
Sugars2.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.2 g24.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.6 g10.2%
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 127 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.6 g 10.2%

Saturated Fat 1.3 g 6.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 70.6 mg 23.5%

Sodium 344.6 mg 14.4%

Total Carbohydrates 3.9 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%

Sugars 2.6 g

Protein 12.2 g 24.4%

Vitamin A 2.4% Vitamin C 0.6%

Calcium 1.3% Iron 4.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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