Mel's Tuna/Chicken Quickie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Niacin.
The food contains 28.1g 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 19.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high 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 Mel's Tuna/Chicken Quickie has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 30% | |
Calories from Fat | 26% | |
Calories from Carbs | 44% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.43 IU | 0.01% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 189.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.43 mg | 0.71% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 63.8 IU | 16% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3 mg | 14.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 21.7 mcg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 18.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 2.6 mcg | 42.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.43 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 20.9 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.85 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 21.3 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 101.7 mg | 10.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 119.6 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 156.5 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.43 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 13.6 mcg | 19.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.17 g | 0.68% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 8.1 g | 16.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0.4 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.94 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 Calories from Fat 66
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.4 g 11.4%
Saturated Fat 2.2 g 11%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 28.9 mg 9.6%
Sodium 367.8 mg 15.3%
Total Carbohydrates 28.1 g 9.4%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 1.3 g
Protein 19.1 g 38.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 4.9% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 118
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 5.3 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 1.4 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 253
Protein 6 g | Carbs 21.8 g | Fat 17.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 13.9 g | Carbs 27.7 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 118
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 5.3 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 128
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 151
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 234
Protein 0.87 g | Carbs 32.8 g | Fat 11.7 g