Canned tunas
Northern Catch SOLID WHITE TUNA ALBACORE in WATER
5 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
Why it scores 84
Northern Catch SOLID WHITE TUNA ALBACORE in WATER scores 84 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 18 points Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
- plus 4 points Protein 28 g / 100 g: A good source of protein. Info
- minus 2.5 points Sodium acid pyrophosphate: EFSA (2019) set a group ADI for phosphates of 40 mg/kg body weight (as phosphorus) and noted that infants, toddlers and children may exceed it. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
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The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
SOLID WHITE TUNA ALBACORE in WATER
Ingredients
- Sodium acid pyrophosphate minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Protein 28 g / 100 g plus 4 points
100 − 16.5 = 83.5 → 84
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 130 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 28 g |
Serving: 1 serving (142 g)
Ingredients
Label text, as published
white albacore tuna (thunnus alaunga), water, vegetable broth, salt, sodium pyrophosphate
Allergens and diets
Contains: Fish
- Not vegan
- Not vegetarian
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
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Sources
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EFSA issues new advice on phosphates
“We estimated that dietary exposure to phosphates may exceed the new ADI for infants, toddlers and children with average consumption of phosphates in their diet.”
efsa.europa.eu
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.gov
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“Greater exposure to ultra-processed food was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes.”
doi.org