Tuna

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Common questions

Is Tuna healthy?

Tuna scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This tuna product is processed and contains sodium nitrite, a preservative associated with potential health risks, including an increased risk of cancer when consumed in large quantities.

How processed is Tuna?

Tuna is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tuna's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tuna counts in its favor; Carrageenan, Sodium Nitrite are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tuna

Deep Blue
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Five Point Energy
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This tuna product is processed and contains sodium nitrite, a preservative associated with potential health risks, including an increased risk of cancer when consumed in large quantities. While tuna itself is a beneficial ingredient providing protein and omega-3 fatty acids, the presence of carrageenan as a stabilizer and the processing level limit its score. The inclusion of sweetcorn adds some nutritional value, but the overall processing and additives prevent a higher rating.

Key ingredients 6

Tuna
Good

A nutrient-dense fish that provides high-quality protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids to support overall health.

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Water
Neutral

Used as a basic culinary liquid medium with no nutritional impact.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Sweetcorn
Neutral

A whole food vegetable ingredient providing carbohydrates and dietary fiber.

Carrageenan
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Sodium Nitrite
Bad

A chemical preservative used to enhance color and prevent spoilage, often scrutinized for potential health concerns.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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