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.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 36% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 263.8 IU | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 69.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.86 mg | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 57.8 IU | 14.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.43 mg | 28.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.43 mg | 25.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 5.6 mg | 28% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 65.1 mcg | 16.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 55.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | 21.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.86 mg | 8.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 59.9 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 29.7 mg | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 169.4 mg | 16.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 264.2 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 389.6 mg | 16.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.86 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.43 mg | 21.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.43 mg | 21.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 38.8 mcg | 55.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.78 g | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 3.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.9 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 13.2 g | 26.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0.9 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 8.6 g | 13.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 25.9% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
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
Per Serving | Calories 328
Protein 19.8 g | Carbs 27.3 g | Fat 15.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 275
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 36.8 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 94
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 4.2 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 59
Protein 1 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 19.9 g | Carbs 31.2 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 401
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 19.3 g