Journal of Current Research in Food Science
2025, Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part B
Canned tuna chunks: A comprehensive review
Author(s): Abdul Gufran Abdul Gafoor and Mohammed Anis Mohammed Ismail
Abstract: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of canned tuna chunks, focusing on their nutritional significance, production methods, and sustainability. Canned tuna offers a highly convenient and affordable source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential nutrients like vitamin B12 and selenium, contributing to heart, brain, and overall health. The review delves into the history and advancements in tuna fishing, highlighting major fishing regions and species such as skipjack, yellowfin, and albacore tuna, while emphasizing the sustainability challenges associated with overfishing.The canning process, pioneered by Nicolas Appert, has evolved to ensure microbiological safety and extended shelf life without refrigeration. Sunflower oil, often used as a packing medium, enhances the flavor and adds nutritional value. A critical literature review reveals that modern quality control systems, such as HACCP, ensure high product standards, while consumer preferences favor oil-packed tuna.Despite its benefits, the review advises caution regarding mercury content in certain tuna species and promotes sustainable fishing practices to preserve marine ecosystems. Future research could explore innovative processing methods, environmental impacts, and socioeconomic factors driving global tuna consumption. Canned tuna remains a staple food product, merging convenience, nutrition, and sustainability.
DOI: 10.22271/foodsci.2025.v6.i1b.190
Pages: 110-113 | Views: 75 | Downloads: 35
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Abdul Gufran Abdul Gafoor, Mohammed Anis Mohammed Ismail. Canned tuna chunks: A comprehensive review. J Curr Res Food Sci 2025;6(1):110-113. DOI: 10.22271/foodsci.2025.v6.i1b.190
