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Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic

Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreExcellent
80/100
Calories
149
Sugar
1g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (Red blood cell damage).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ IRRITANT: Vomiting & toxic in large amounts.
Ref: Rover / AKC
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Caramel Color

The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen.

Autolyzed Yeast

Yeast cells that have broken themselves down. Another common label for hidden MSG used to boost savory flavor.

Sunflower Oil

Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s.

Full Ingredients List:

light tuna, water, sunflower oil, distilled white vinegar, wheat flour, malted barley flour, vegetable broth, sugar, modified corn starch, autolyzed yeast extract, garlic powder, salt, spices, onion powder, mustard flour, caramel color, natural flavors, soy sauce (soybeans, wheat, salt),

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (5.41g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in low quantity (0.676g)

Saturated fat in low quantity. Good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (1.35g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in moderate quantity (1.32g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • Ultra Processed

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 80/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Caramel Color. The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Nutritional Balance

With only 1g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 20g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic achieves a CakeID Score of 80/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Health Recommendations

Muscle Fuel

Great protein source.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic healthy?
Yes. With a score of 80/100, Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Tuna Creations Herb & Garlic Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
149
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 20g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 149 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.