Protein Packed Tuna
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When I need to vary my protein sources, I almost always throw tuna into the mix because it’s delicious, convenient, and easy to prepare. If you’re not opposed to eating fish and particularly enjoy tuna, you’ll be glad to know you are eating an awesome protein source. The January issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine highlighted the nutritional information of tuna.
Light Tuna (6 oz., in water)
- 197 calories
- 43 g protein
- 25 g carbs
- 0 g fat
- 0 g fiber
White Albacore (6 oz., in water)
- 220 calories
- 41 g protein
- 0 g carbs
- 5 g fat
- 0 g fiber
Tuna Steak (4 oz., in a pouch)
- 160 calories
- 36 g protein
- 0 g carbs
- 2 g fat
- 0 g fiber
Bluefin (6 oz., raw)
- 245 calories
- 40 g protein
- 0 g carbs
- 8 g fat
- 0 g fiber
Ahi (6 0z., raw)
- 184 calories
- 40 g protein
- 0 g carbs
- 2 g fat
- 0 g fiber
Besides the protein benefits, tuna also contains the healthy fats we need such as omega-3 fatty acids. A 6-ounce serving of canned albacore can contain up to 1,350 mg of omega-3.
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Tuna is a great source of protein, however, the levels of mercury in canned tuna is becoming alarming. Have you considered writing an article about this?