Fish, Tuna, Light, Canned In Water, Drained Solids

Serving Size 1 can (12.5 oz), drained

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Fish, Tuna, Light, Canned In Water, Drained Solids with a serving size of 1 can (12.5 oz), drained has a total of 270.9 calories with 3.02 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 315 grams of food and contains 27.18 calories from fat. This item is classified as finfish and shellfish products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin d, niacin, vitamin b-6, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine but is high in sodium and cholesterol.

Protein 120% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 120% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Phosphorus 35% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 35% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Sodium 32% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 32% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.

Selenium 404% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 404% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.

Vitamin D 37% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 37% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin d.

Niacin 200% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 200% of the recommended daily needs of niacin.

Vitamin B-6 59% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 59% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-6.

Vitamin B-12 335% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 335% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Tryptophan 200% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 200% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.

Threonine 198% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 198% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.

Isoleucine 218% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 218% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.

Leucine 170% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 170% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.

Lysine 218% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 218% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.

Methionine 140% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 140% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.

Phenylalanine 107% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 107% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.

Tyrosine 83% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 83% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.

Valine 194% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 194% of the recommended daily needs of valine.

Histidine 190% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 190% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.

Cholesterol 38% of DV

A serving of 315 grams of fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids has 38% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 can (12.5 oz), drained (315 g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 270.9 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.7g 3%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Cholesterol 113.4mg 38%
Sodium 778.1mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 61g
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 4% Iron 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin A179.55 IU4%
Vitamin A, RAE53.55 µg6%
Alpha Carotene0 µg-
Beta Carotene0 µg-
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 µg-
Lutein + zeaxanthin0 µg-
Lycopene0 µg-
Vitamin B-128.03 µg335%
Vitamin B-61 mg59%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin D148.05 IU37%
→ Vitamin D33.78 µg-
Vitamin E1.04 mg7%
→ Beta Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Delta Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Gamma Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Alpha Tocotrienol0.16 mg-
→ Beta Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Delta Tocotrienol0 mg-
Vitamin K0.63 µg1%

Vitamins are organic compounds required by your body to grow and develop normally. A balanced diet with a variety of foods is the best way to get the 13 different vitamins that your body requires.

Carbohydrates

NutrientAmountDV %
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Sugars0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%

Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, saccharides, sugars or starches are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for your body. Once ingested your body transforms carbohydrates into glucose which is used by your body as an energy source for your cells, tissues and organs.

Fats & Fatty Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Fat3.02 g5%
Saturated Fats0.66 g3%
→ Butyric Acid0 g-
→ Caproic Acid0 g-
→ Caprylic Acid0 g-
→ Capric Acid0.02 g-
→ Lauric Acid0 g-
→ Myristic Acid0.03 g-
→ Palmitic Acid0.4 g-
→ Stearic Acid0.16 g-
→ Arachidic Acid0.01 g-
→ Behenic Acid0 g-
→ Lignoceric Acid0 g-
Monounsaturated Fats0.34 g-
→ Myristoleic Acid0 g-
→ Pentadecenoic Acid0 g-
→ Palmitoleic Acid0.05 g-
→ Heptadecenoic Acid0.02 g-
→ Oleic Acid 0.26 g-
→ Gadoleic Acid0.01 g-
→ Erucic Acid0 g-
→ Nervonic Acid0 g-
Polyunsaturated Fats0.87 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)0.04 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)0.01 g-
→ Alpha-linolenic Acid0.01 g-
→ Gamma-linolenic Acid0 g-
→ Parinaric Acid0.01 g-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:2)0.01 g-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:3)0 g-
→ Arachidonic Acid0.08 g-
→ Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0.09 g-
→ Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0.01 g-
→ Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 0.62 g-
Trans Fats0.01 g0%
Total trans-monoenoic0 g-
Total trans-polyenoic0 g-

Fat is important in your diet because it gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins. Fat is stored in your body in the form of fatty acids. Fatty acids are classified in three different types or families: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.

Proteins & Amino Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Protein61.24 g120%
→ Alanine3.55 g-
→ Arginine3.51 g-
→ Aspartic acid6.01 g-
→ Cystine0.63 g-
→ Glutamic acid8.76 g-
→ Glycine2.82 g-
→ Histidine1.73 g190%
→ Isoleucine2.7 g218%
→ Leucine4.77 g170%
→ Lysine5.39 g218%
→ Methionine1.74 g140%
→ Phenylalanine2.29 g107%
→ Proline2.08 g-
→ Serine2.39 g-
→ Threonine2.57 g198%
→ Tryptophan0.66 g200%
→ Tyrosine1.98 g83%
→ Valine3.02 g194%

Proteins are present in every cell of your body and are crucial to build and maintain your bones, muscles and skin. Sources of proteins include meat, dairy products, nuts, beans and some grains. It is important to eat foods with the appropriate amount of dietary protein every day because your body does not store protein in the same way fats and carbohydrates are stored.

Minerals

NutrientAmountDV %
Calcium53.55 mg4%
Copper0.16 mg18%
Iron5.13 mg29%
Magnesium72.45 mg17%
Manganese0.06 mg3%
Phosphorus437.85 mg35%
Potassium563.85 mg12%
Selenium222.39 µg404%
Sodium778.05 mg32%
Zinc2.17 mg20%

Minerals are chemical elements required by your body to grow and stay healthy. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are needed by your body needs in larger amounts, while trace minerals are needed by your body in small amounts.

Sterols

NutrientAmountDV %
Cholesterol113.4 mg38%

Cholesterol is a fat like chemical compound that your body requires to build cell membranes and to produce vitamin D and hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Although your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, this nutrient is commonly found in foods like meat, eggs and cheese.

Miscellaneous

NutrientAmountDV %
Alcohol0 g-
Ash2.99 g-
Caffeine0 mg-
Theobromine0 mg-
Water246.14 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Fish, Tuna, Light, Canned In Water, Drained Solids with 270.9calories? A brisk walk for 59 minutes, jogging for 28 minutes, or hiking for 45 minutes will help your burn off the calories in fish, tuna, light, canned in water, drained solids.

Burn off time varies based on your weight, physical activity and exercise intensity. The following physical activity table contains an estimated burn off time for a person weighting 154 lbs.

Physical ActivityBurn Off Time
Bicycling - 10 mph or less56 minutes
Dancing49 minutes
Golfing49 minutes
Hiking45 minutes
Light Gardening49 minutes
Stretching90 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph59 minutes
Weight Training - light workout75 minutes
Aerobics34 minutes
Basketball37 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more28 minutes
Running - 5 mph28 minutes
Swimming32 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph36 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout37 minutes
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Footnotes

Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie reference diet. Factors like age, gender and level of physical activity may affect your daily required values.
Nutrition data based on the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28.
The editorial opinions regarding food value or quality in this website are given without warranty, and are not intended to replace medical advice or a nutritionist guidance.

Dietary Recommendations

A healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level could help achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Healthy eating habits include the following:

  • Vegetables from all subgroups, including dark, green, red and orange vegetables and also beans and peas
  • A variety of whole fruits
  • Grains with at least half of which are whole grains
  • Low or fat free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese and/or fortified soy beverages
  • Protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs and nuts
  • Oils with limited amounts of saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium