Aquatic Foods
Sardine, Indian, smoked Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 60% | |
| Calories | 160kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 4.4 g/ 42g (10%) | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Protein | 30 g/ 71g (42%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 4 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.57%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vitamin B3 | 7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (43%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 222 mg/ 750mg (29%) source |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Phosphorus | 228 mg/ 700mg (32%) high |
Sodium | 1348 mg/ 1500mg (89%) |
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 Smoked sardines (Indian-style), a protein-rich fish usually eaten as a viand or topping. Per 100g serving: about 160 kcal, 4.4g fat (with 0.9g saturated fat) and 0g carbs and 0g fiber. It also has 51mg cholesterol and 1348mg sodium.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Sardines are a convenient source of protein, which helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance—useful for your 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day. The fat in sardines is part of what makes them satisfying, but the saturated fat and cholesterol mean it’s best to keep portions balanced. The bigger watch-out here is sodium (1348mg per 100g), since high-salt foods can add up quickly and may affect blood pressure over time. The good news: you can still enjoy smoked sardines by pairing them with low-salt foods and not making them the only protein choice every day.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Portion: Aim for about 1/2 cup (or roughly 50–75g) per meal if you’re using it as a main protein.
- Balance the plate: Pair with 1–2 cups non-starchy vegetables (like kangkong, pechay, repolyo) and 1/2–1 cup rice or root crops depending on your activity.
- Reduce salt impact: If the sardines are very salty, rinse briefly and drain before cooking/eating.
- Mix your proteins: Rotate with other options (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu, beans) across the week.
- Watch snacks: If you had sardines at lunch, choose lighter snacks (fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Sardines with rice, Sardines guisado, Sardines omelet, Sardines pasta, Sardines sandwich
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