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Atkins Tuna Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Atkins Tuna Casserole Recipe

Atkins Tuna Casserole has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 9.2g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 25.6 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 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 23, for Atkins Tuna Casserole, and we advise that this food sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1110 IU22.2%
Vitamin C2.7 mg4.5%
Vitamin D23.2 IU5.8%
Vitamin E0.84 mg2.8%
Thiamin0.09 mg5.8%
Riboflavin0.25 mg14.9%
Niacin13.6 mg68.2%
Vitamin B60.35 mg17.3%
Folate16.4 mcg4.1%
Vitamin B122.6 mcg42.9%
Pantothenic Acid0.97 mg9.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium55 mg5.5%
Iron2.4 mg13.1%
Magnesium32 mg8%
Phosphorus234 mg23.4%
Potassium468.5 mg13.4%
Sodium687.7 mg28.7%
Zinc1.3 mg8.7%
Copper0.28 mg13.8%
Manganese0.19 mg9.6%
Selenium69.2 mcg98.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9.2 g3.1%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars1.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein25.6 g51.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.4 g29.8%
Saturated Fat11.2 g56%
Monounsaturated Fat6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 313 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19.4 g 29.8%

Saturated Fat 11.2 g 56%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 94.6 mg 31.5%

Sodium 687.7 mg 28.7%

Total Carbohydrates 9.2 g 3.1%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 25.6 g 51.2%

Vitamin A 22.2% Vitamin C 4.5%

Calcium 5.5% Iron 13.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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