StarKist - Chunk Light Tuna pouch has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Niacin.
With 24.42 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 22, for StarKist - Chunk Light Tuna pouch, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 89% | |
| Calories from Fat | 6% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 5% |
Why this is good for you
- No Saturated Fat
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin D
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin B12
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 81.4 IU | 20.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 10.9 mg | 54.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 10.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.7 mcg | 61.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron | 0.98 mg | 5.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Potassium | 298.5 mg | 8.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Sodium | 407 mg | 17% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 85.5 mcg | 122.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.36 g | 0.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.4% | Top 30% | High |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 24.4 g | 48.8% | Top 30% | High |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.68 g | 1% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5 g 0.77%
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 35 mg 11.7%
Sodium 300 mg 12.5%
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars
Protein 18 g 36%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron 4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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