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Tuna Casserole III - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Casserole III Recipe

Tuna Casserole III has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 27.9g 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 21.7 gms of protein, it is 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tuna Casserole III has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A50 IU1%
Vitamin C7.2 mg12%
Thiamin0.18 mg12%
Niacin23.8 mg119%
Vitamin B60.66 mg33%
Folate76 mcg19%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron5.4 mg30%
Magnesium72 mg18%
Potassium887 mg25.3%
Sodium1029 mg42.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.9 g9.3%
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%
Sugars1.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.7 g43.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22.6 g34.8%
Saturated Fat6.2 g31%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 399 Calories from Fat 203

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.6 g 34.8%

Saturated Fat 6.2 g 31%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 1029 mg 42.9%

Total Carbohydrates 27.9 g 9.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 21.7 g 43.4%

Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C 12%

Calcium 4% Iron 30%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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