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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Tuna Melt Sandwich"
| Food Name: Tuna Melt Sandwich | |
| Food Group: Fast Foods | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 232 | Total Fat (g): 14 |
| Protein (g): 11 | Carbohydrates (g): 17 |
| Sugars (g): 4 | Fiber (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 16 | Water (g): 56 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 3 | Cholesterol (mg): 26 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 3037 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 6485 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 78 | Omega-6 (mg): 5609 |
| EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 10 | DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 3 |
| DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 64 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 43 | Vitamin C (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 29 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 36 | Folic Acid (mcg): 21 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 15 | Folate DFE (mcg): 51 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 196 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 20 | Phosphorus (mg): 163 |
| Potassium (mg): 164 | Sodium (mg): 551 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 33 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 22 | Retinol (mcg): 35 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 84 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 5 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 69 | PRAL Score: 5 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Tuna Melt Sandwich
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Tuna Melt Sandwich'?
100 grams of 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 11g (around 22% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 17g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Fat – 14g (around 18% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Tuna Melt Sandwich'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' provides around 232 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 12% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 11g protein, 17g carbs, and 14g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Tuna Melt Sandwich' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 33 mcg (60% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 196 mg (15% DV),
Sodium (mg): 551 mg (24% DV).
'Tuna Melt Sandwich' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 164 mg (3% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 20 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 163 mg (13% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Tuna Melt Sandwich in significant amounts?
'Tuna Melt Sandwich' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 mg (25% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin K (mcg): 29 mcg (24% DV).
'Tuna Melt Sandwich' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 43 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV),
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 36 mcg (9% DV),
Folic Acid (mcg): 21 mcg (5% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 51 mcg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Tuna Melt Sandwich' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Sodium (mg): 551 mg (24% of max recommended).