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Spicy Tuna Steaks - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Tuna Steaks Recipe

Spicy Tuna Steaks has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 4.5g 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 54.8 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.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Tuna Steaks has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein48%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs4%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0.5 mcg
Vitamin C6.9 mg11.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D272.5 IU68.1%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.53 mg35.3%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.53 mg31.1%Top 10%Very High
Niacin10.6 mg52.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.53 mg26.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate5.8 mcg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B1211.1 mcg185.2%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid1.6 mg15.9%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium18.5 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.6 mg8.8%Top 30%High
Magnesium65.1 mg16.3%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus320.1 mg32%Top 10%Very High
Potassium346 mg9.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium446.5 mg18.6%Top 30%High
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium44.4 mcg63.5%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.38 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.37 g1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein29 g58%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.5 mg
Threonine1.1 mg
Isoleucine1.6 mg
Leucine1.6 mg
Lysine2.6 mg
Methionine1.1 mg
Cystine0.5 mg
Phenylalanine1.1 mg
Tyrosine1.1 mg
Valine1.6 mg
Arginine1.6 mg
Histidine1.1 mg
Alanine1.6 mg
Aspartic Acid3.2 mg
Glutamic Acid4.2 mg
Glycine1.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine1.1 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.2 g20.3%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.4 g12.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat5.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 470 Calories from Fat 224

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.9 g 38.3%

Saturated Fat 4.6 g 23%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 86.1 mg 28.7%

Sodium 843.8 mg 35.2%

Total Carbohydrates 4.5 g 1.5%

Dietary Fiber 0.7 g2.8%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 54.8 g 109.6%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 21.7%

Calcium 3.5% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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