Tuna steak

seafood

Tuna steak

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.2

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid

How the diets react

Approves10
Disapproves1
Is Tuna steak Healthy?

Yes — Tuna steak is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

KetoApproved

Tuna steak contains zero net carbs, excellent protein (approximately 26g per 100g), and good fat content. It is a whole, unprocessed seafood source ideal for ketogenic diets with no additives or carbohydrates.

VeganAvoid

Fish meat. Animal flesh product. Violates vegan diet completely.

PaleoApproved

Tuna steak is unprocessed fish, an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. A core paleo protein source representing foods available to coastal Paleolithic populations.

MediterraneanApproved

Fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Aligns with Mediterranean recommendation of fish 2-3 times weekly. Minimal processing when fresh. Excellent protein and nutrient source.

CarnivoreApproved

Tuna steak is unprocessed fish, animal-derived, and excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and micronutrients. Widely accepted in carnivore diet. Slightly lower than ruminant meat due to fish vs. land animal, but still highly approved.

Whole30Approved

Tuna steak is whole, unprocessed seafood. All seafood is explicitly allowed on Whole30. No excluded ingredients present.

Low-FODMAPApproved

Plain tuna steak is low-FODMAP. Monash confirms all plain fish as safe at any reasonable serving.

DASHApproved

Fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA), high-quality protein, and potassium. Excellent cardiovascular benefits. Core DASH fish recommendation. Low sodium if unseasoned.

ZoneApproved

Excellent lean protein (~25g per 100g) with favorable omega-3 content. Low fat (~5g per 100g). Minimal processing. Anti-inflammatory profile. Perfect Zone protein choice. Higher in omega-3s than most fish. Fits 30% protein macronutrient target ideally.

Fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA, DHA) with strong anti-inflammatory properties. Unprocessed, nutrient-dense with selenium and B vitamins. Excellent protein source. Recommended in anti-inflammatory diet. Mercury content manageable with moderate consumption.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

Lean fish with 26g protein, 1.3g fat per 100g, and high omega-3 content. Nutrient-dense, easy to digest, satisfying in small portions. Minimal saturated fat. Excellent for GLP-1 patients. Cook with minimal oil (grill, bake, or steam preferred over pan-frying).

Controversy Index

Score range: 110/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus5.2Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Tuna steak

Keto 9/10
  • Zero net carbs
  • Excellent protein content
  • Good fat content
  • Whole, unprocessed
  • Omega-3 fatty acids
Paleo 9/10
  • unprocessed fish
  • excellent protein source
  • omega-3 rich
  • nutrient-dense
  • available to hunter-gatherers
Mediterranean 9/10
  • fish-based protein
  • omega-3 rich
  • minimal processing
  • recommended frequency alignment
  • nutrient-dense
Carnivore 8/10
  • Fish-derived
  • Unprocessed
  • High omega-3 content
  • Complete protein
  • Micronutrient-rich
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole seafood
  • Unprocessed
  • Explicitly allowed protein
Low-FODMAP 10/10
  • Plain protein source
  • No fermentable carbohydrates
  • No FODMAP additives
DASH 9/10
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Excellent protein source
  • High potassium content
  • Low sodium if unseasoned
  • Cardiovascular protective
Zone 9/10
  • Lean protein
  • High omega-3 content
  • Low total fat
  • Minimal processing
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Excellent macronutrient fit
  • omega-3 rich
  • EPA/DHA content
  • unprocessed
  • nutrient-dense
  • anti-inflammatory
  • moderate mercury concern
  • very high protein
  • very low fat
  • omega-3 rich
  • nutrient-dense
  • small portion friendly