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StarKist Tuna Chunk Light - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Tuna Chunk Light

StarKist - Tuna Chunk Light has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

With 18 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing StarKist - Tuna Chunk Light has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein89%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin D60 IU15%
Niacin8 mg40%
Vitamin B122.7 mcg45%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium220 mg6.3%
Sodium300 mg12.5%
Selenium63 mcg90%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1 g0.3%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18 g36%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.5 g0.77%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 90 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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