Tuna & Tomato Sandwich spread Recipe
Tuna & Tomato Sandwich spread has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
The food contains 0.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 55, for Tuna & Tomato Sandwich spread, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 77% | |
| Calories from Fat | 21% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Niacin
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Vitamin B12
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 95 IU | 1.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.9 mg | 1.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.46 mg | 1.5% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 2.1% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Niacin | 11 mg | 55% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 14.8% | ||
| Folate | 4.4 mcg | 1.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg | 41.1% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.2 mg | 2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 9 mg | 0.9% | ||
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Magnesium | 23.2 mg | 5.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 136 mg | 13.6% | ||
| Potassium | 212.7 mg | 6.1% | ||
| Sodium | 312 mg | 13% | ||
| Zinc | 0.65 mg | 4.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.05 mg | 2.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.9% | ||
| Selenium | 66.4 mcg | 94.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0.4% | ||
| Sugars | 0.1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3.8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 26 mg 8.7%
Sodium 312 mg 13%
Total Carbohydrates 0.6 g 0.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 21.2 g 42.4%
Vitamin A 1.9% Vitamin C 1.5%
Calcium 0.9% Iron 7.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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