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Geisha Solid White Tuna In Water
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Geisha Solid White Tuna In Water

Geisha
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
15g
Protein
220mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Geisha Solid White Tuna In Water is a familiar, shelf-stable staple you’ll spot in the canned seafood aisle alongside canned salmon, sardines, and other tuna varieties. Packaged in a 5 oz tin, its modest label leans on legacy cues — “a tradition of quality since 1912,” “dolphin safe,” and “wild caught” — signaling reliability to shoppers who want a quick, protein-rich option. You’ll find it near mayonnaise, canned beans, and ready-made tuna salad kits, or on endcaps promoting budget-friendly pantry proteins. It fits quick weekday lunches, post-workout sandwiches, salad toppers, and pantry-building trips for students or small households. The brand positioning reads practical and time-honored: a value-conscious choice marketed to busy adults, parents stocking lunchboxes, and people who favor simple, recognizable seafood. Cultural associations emerge from the brand name and classic packaging, but the label stops short of specialty claims — there’s no organic seal or kid-focused characters, just straightforward messaging and a light “in water” health halo. Ingredients are short and familiar: white tuna, water, vegetable broth, salt, and the additive sodium pyrophosphate to help texture and color during canning. In plain terms this is a cooked, canned fish product — processed for safety and shelf life rather than highly reformulated. Sensory notes: flaky, firm white tuna with a clean, briny finish, moist from the packing liquid; the ritual is fast and utilitarian — pop the pull-tab, drain, flake into salads, sandwiches, or casseroles. It’s a pragmatic pantry workhorse that leans on convenience and trustworthy branding.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 onz
Servings per Container: 2
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein15g
* 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.

Ingredients

White, Tuna,, Water,, Vegetable, Broth,, Salt,, Sodium, Pyrophosphate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Pyrophosphate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Canned tuna with water, salt, vegetable broth and a stabilizer is a processed food — cooked and packaged for shelf stability with minor additives, but not heavily reformulated like ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Geisha Solid White Tuna In Water

Geisha tuna is a solid choice for a protein-packed snack or meal addition, delivering 15 grams of protein in just a 2-ounce serving. It’s low in calories and fat, making it a decent option if you're watching your intake. However, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks — it’s all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

meal-prep-sunday
back-to-school
post-workout

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