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Tuna Cheese Melts - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Cheese Melts Recipe

Tuna Cheese Melts has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Niacin.

The food contains 35.6g 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. With 20.6 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 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 Tuna Cheese Melts has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs29%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.58 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol260.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.58 mg0.97%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D63.7 IU15.9%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.5 mg17.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate43.9 mcg11%Top 30%High
Folic Acid22.2 mcg
Vitamin B122.3 mcg39%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.58 mg5.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium91.8 mg9.2%Top 30%High
Iron1.2 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium32.2 mg8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus166.7 mg16.7%Top 30%High
Potassium183.6 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium464.1 mg19.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.2 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.58 mg29.2%Top 10%Very High
Selenium22.8 mcg32.6%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.8 g6.9%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.7%Top 30%High
Sugars1.7 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.2 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.1 g26.4%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.1 g45.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 489 Calories from Fat 264

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29.3 g 45.1%

Saturated Fat 15.6 g 78%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 74.8 mg 24.9%

Sodium 793.6 mg 33.1%

Total Carbohydrates 35.6 g 11.9%

Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 20.6 g 41.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 15.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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