Gluten-Free Tuna Melt has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 17g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 27.1 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.
Moreover, 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".
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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Gluten-Free Tuna Melt has been given a composite ranking of 34, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 42% | |
Calories from Fat | 31% | |
Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 240 IU | 4.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 12.4 IU | 3.1% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 0.47% | ||
Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 0.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 6.1% | ||
Niacin | 0.02 mg | 0.1% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 1.2% | ||
Folate | 1.6 mcg | 0.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.47 mcg | 7.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.12 mg | 1.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 272 mg | 27.2% | ||
Iron | 0.41 mg | 2.3% | ||
Magnesium | 10.4 mg | 2.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 172 mg | 17.2% | ||
Potassium | 96.5 mg | 2.8% | ||
Sodium | 378.7 mg | 15.8% | ||
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.4% | ||
Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.5% | ||
Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.3% | ||
Selenium | 3.6 mcg | 5.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 17 g | 5.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | ||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 27.1 g | 54.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8.8 g | 13.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5 g | 25% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%
Saturated Fat 5 g 25%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 61.1 mg 20.4%
Sodium 378.7 mg 15.8%
Total Carbohydrates 17 g 5.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 27.1 g 54.2%
Vitamin A 4.8% Vitamin C
Calcium 27.2% Iron 2.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 379
Protein 29.1 g | Carbs 27.7 g | Fat 18.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 379
Protein 26.4 g | Carbs 35.4 g | Fat 14.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 134
Protein 15.8 g | Carbs 8.8 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 237
Protein 16.1 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 255
Protein 23.7 g | Carbs 15.9 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 450
Protein 28.2 g | Carbs 42.6 g | Fat 17.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 207
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 21.7 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 27.4 g | Fat 12.2 g