Aquatic Foods
Sardines, in spiced oil, cnd Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 438kcal / 2530kcal (17%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 39.9 g/ 42g (95%) | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Protein | 19.8 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0.4 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.06%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vitamin B3 | 10.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (66%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 544 mg/ 750mg (72%) high |
Iron | 2 mg/ 12mg (16%) |
Phosphorus | 315 mg/ 700mg (45%) high |
Potassium | 327 mg/ 2000mg (16%) source |
Sodium | 432 mg/ 1500mg (28%) |
Zinc | 1.5 mg/ 7mg (23%) source |
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 in spiced oil (canned sardines). It’s a protein-rich fish packed in oil with added spices, usually eaten straight from the can or mixed with rice/vegetables.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Sardines are a good source of protein, which helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance. They also provide healthy fats, but this version is higher in total and saturated fat (39.9 g total fat; 6.4 g saturated fat per 100 g) and has moderate cholesterol. It’s also relatively high in sodium (432 mg per 100 g), so it’s best to watch your total salt intake for the day. The good part: since it has zero carbs and some fiber (0.7 g), it can fit well in balanced meals—just pair it with vegetables and choose reasonable portions.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - For your meals (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), use sardines as a protein add-on: start with about 1/2 can to 1 small serving, then add lots of vegetables.
- If you can, drain the oil and use the sardines with a little of the sauce/spices for flavor.
- Balance the plate: pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, tomatoes) and a sensible portion of rice or other carbs.
- To manage sodium, rinse lightly if the product allows, and avoid combining with other very salty foods in the same meal (e.g., bagoong, instant noodles).
- Keep it frequent but not daily if you’re also eating other fatty or salty foods—mix it with other proteins through the week.
Common Filipino dishes
Sardines with rice, Sardines omelet, Sardines patties, Ginataang sardines, Sardines in tomato sauce
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