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Canned tuna Calories

High protein

CALORIES

116kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM

237mg

FIBER

0g

Canned tuna Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

116

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

0g

· 0%

Protein

25.5g

· 93%

Fat

0.8g

· 7%

Fiber

0g

Canned tuna Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

2.5µg · 104% DV

B3

13.3mg · 83% DV

B6

0.46mg · 27% DV

Vitamin D

1.7µg · 9% DV

Minerals

Selenium

65µg · 118% DV

Phosphorus

210mg · 30% DV

Sodium

247mg · 11% DV

Iodine

17µg · 11% DV

Canned tuna Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Canned tuna Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Canned tuna Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Canned tuna Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Canned tuna Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.17g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.24g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 0.2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Canned tuna — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in canned tuna?

Canned tuna has 116 calories per 100g. The total calories increase or decrease with portion size.

How much protein does canned tuna have?

It provides 25.5g of protein per 100g. That makes it a high-protein seafood option.

Does canned tuna contain carbs?

No, it has 0g of carbohydrates per 100g. This makes it suitable for low-carb eating patterns.

Is canned tuna high in fat?

No, it contains 0.8g of fat per 100g. That is considered very low fat.

What is the glycemic index of canned tuna?

Its glycemic index is 0. Because it contains no carbs, its glycemic impact is minimal.

Is canned tuna keto-friendly?

Yes, canned tuna is compatible with keto. It has 0g carbs per 100g, which fits keto macros well.

Is canned tuna gluten-free?

Yes, it is listed as compatible with a gluten-free diet. Since it is a processed food, checking the product label is still a good idea.

Which diets is canned tuna suitable for?

It is compatible with omnivore, keto, pescatarian, carnivore, ketovore, paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and gluten-free diets. Suitability is based on the provided nutrition profile.

Is canned tuna an allergen?

Yes, it contains fish, which is a declared allergen. People with fish allergy should avoid it.

Is canned tuna considered processed food?

Yes, canned tuna is classified as processed. Based on the provided facts, it still offers 25.5g protein, 0g carbs, and 0.8g fat per 100g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.