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Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Meal - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Meal Recipe

Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Meal has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 49.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 30.6 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low 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 Macaroni and Cheese Meal has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • 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 DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A263.8 IU5.3%Top 30%High
Retinol69.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.86 mg1.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D57.8 IU14.4%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.43 mg28.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.43 mg25.4%Top 10%Very High
Niacin5.6 mg28%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate65.1 mcg16.3%Top 30%High
Folic Acid55.2 mcg
Vitamin B121.3 mcg21.6%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.86 mg8.6%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium59.9 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium29.7 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus169.4 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Potassium264.2 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Sodium389.6 mg16.2%Top 30%High
Zinc0.86 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.43 mg21.6%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.43 mg21.6%Top 30%High
Selenium38.8 mcg55.4%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.4 g7.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.78 g3.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars3.2 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.9 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.2 g26.4%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.9 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.6 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0.9 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.6 g13.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat5.2 g25.9%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 500 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20 g 30.8%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 75.8 mg 25.3%

Sodium 903.8 mg 37.7%

Total Carbohydrates 49.6 g 16.5%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 7.4 g

Protein 30.6 g 61.2%

Vitamin A 12.2% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 13.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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