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Tuna Melts 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tuna Melts 2 Recipe

Tuna Melts 2 has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12 and Riboflavin.

The food contains 30.7g 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 36.4 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very 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. 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 Melts 2 has been given a composite ranking of 23, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very 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 A406.5 IU8.1%Top 30%High
Retinol85.9 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D17.1 IU4.3%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.5 mg29.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate27.1 mcg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid18.1 mcg
Vitamin B121 mcg16.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium316.6 mg31.7%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium28.6 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Phosphorus287.9 mg28.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium278.4 mg8%Top 30%High
Sodium734.5 mg30.6%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2 mg13.4%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium27.6 mcg39.5%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.4 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.45 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars1.3 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.3 g36.6%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine1 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1.5 mg
Glutamic Acid3.5 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline1.5 mg
Serine1 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.5 g23.8%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.1 g45.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 550 Calories from Fat 277

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30.8 g 47.4%

Saturated Fat 18.2 g 91%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 90.4 mg 30.1%

Sodium 1461.6 mg 60.9%

Total Carbohydrates 30.7 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 2.6 g

Protein 36.4 g 72.8%

Vitamin A 16.2% Vitamin C

Calcium 63% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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