Aquatic Foods
Sardine, fimbriated Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 54% | |
| Calories | 106kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 2.7 g/ 42g (6%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Protein | 20.5 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.11%) |
Vitamin C | 1 mg/ 70mg (1%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vitamin B3 | 4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (25%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 84 mg/ 750mg (11%) |
Iron | 1.2 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Phosphorus | 262 mg/ 700mg (37%) high |
Sodium | 96 mg/ 1500mg (6%) low |
Allergen Info
Fish
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Sardines (fimbriated), usually sold canned or cooked—this is a small fish that’s mainly a protein-rich food.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Sardines are a good choice for everyday meals because they provide lean protein to help build and maintain muscles, and they contain healthy fats that support overall body needs. For heart health, it’s also helpful to know the details: sardines have some saturated fat (about 0.71 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (about 32 mg), so pairing them with lots of vegetables and choosing reasonable portions helps keep your plate balanced. They’re also relatively low in carbs (0 g) which makes them a good protein option for meals and snacks. If canned, watch sodium (about 96 mg per 100 g) by draining and rinsing when possible, especially if you’re eating sardines often.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - For a balanced plate, pair sardines with 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong, ampalaya) and a sensible serving of rice or carbs.
- Portion guide: aim for about 1/2 to 1 can (or ~50–100 g) per meal depending on your needs, then adjust based on your other food for the day.
- If it’s canned, drain and rinse to reduce sodium.
- To fit a typical day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), use sardines as your protein for lunch or dinner, and keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).
- Try different preparations: sardines with tomato-onion sauce, grilled sardines, or sardines mixed into vegetable dishes instead of heavy, salty sides.
Common Filipino dishes
Sardines with tomato sauce, Sinangag with sardines, Sardines sisig, Sardines omelet, Sardines pasta, Sardines tinola
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