Nutritional Information on Publix Sushi

Nutritional Information on Publix Sushi
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Publix Super Market is the largest employee owned supermarket chain in the United States, according to the Publix website. The first store opened in 1930 in Winter Haven, Florida. As of 2011, there were more than 1,000 stores throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennesse and Alabama. For the sushi lover, Publix offers a variety of ready-made options. Knowing the nutrition information for different types of sushi can help you fit it in your diet plan.

Vegetable Combo

Publix Vegetable Combo sushi contains the fewest calories per serving of all the sushi varieties, with 353 calories, 38 g of carbohydrates and 4 g of protein per container. The Vegetable Combo is also fat-free. Paying attention to calories in food can help you balance your intake for better weight management. Making more low-calorie food choices can help you manage hunger without exceeding your daily calorie needs.

California Roll

Publix brand California Roll is also a lower calorie choice, with 361 calories, 6 g of total fat, 1 g of saturated fat, 637 mg of sodium, 66 g of carbohydrates, 3 g of fiber and 10 g of protein per container. Although still low in calories, the California Roll is high in sodium. Sodium causes your body to retain fluids, which can increase your blood pressure. Like calories, tracking your intake and limiting your intake can help you better control your blood pressure. Your daily sodium intake should be limited to less than 2,300 mg a day.

Spicy Tuna

The Spicy Tuna roll is made with a spicy mayonnaise, increasing its fat and calorie content. One package of Publix Spicy Tuna contains 471 calories, 9 g of total fat, 1 g of saturated fat, 47 mg of cholesterol, 906 mg of sodium, 64 g of carbohydrates, 2 g of fiber and 23 g of protein. Although the Spicy Tuna roll is higher in total fat, it is still low in saturated fat, which can raise blood cholesterol levels if you consume too many. On a 2,000-calorie diet, daily fat should be limited to about 65 g a day, and saturated fat to less than 20 g a day.

Rainbow Roll

Publix Rainbow Roll contains 489 calories, 9 g of total fat, 1 g of saturated fat, 58 mg of cholesterol, 687 mg of sodium, 66 g of carbohydrates, 3 g of fiber and 31 g of protein.

Crunchy Shrimp Roll

The Crunchy Shrimp Roll contains the most fat, but also is highest in fiber. Fiber in food improves satiety and can help lower blood cholesterol levels. One container of the Crunchy Shrimp Roll contains 508 calories, 21 g of total fat, 3 g of saturated fat, 106 mg of cholesterol, 769 mg of sodium, 64 g of carbohydrates, 5 g of fiber and 20 g of protein.

Cream Cheese Roll with Salmon

The Cream Cheese Roll with Salmon is the highest calorie sushi choice at Publix, it is also highest in saturated fat, but lowest in sodium. One container has 517 calories, 20 g of total fat, 9 g of saturated fat, 71 mg of cholesterol, 288 mg of sodium, 59 g of carbohydrates, 2 g of fiber and 23 g of protein.

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Article reviewed by GlennK Last updated on: Aug 18, 2011

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