Aquatic Foods
Sardines, smoked, cnd Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 157kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 4.2 g/ 42g (10%) | ||||
Total Carbohydrates | 0.8 g/ 348g (0.23%) | ||||
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Protein | 29 g/ 71g (40%) | ||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vitamin B3 | 6.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (38%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 205 mg/ 750mg (27%) source |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 174 mg/ 700mg (24%) source |
Sodium | 1112 mg/ 1500mg (74%) |
Allergen Info
Fish
Sulfites
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 (canned). These are small fish that are smoked and packed, usually eaten straight from the can as a protein-rich ulam.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Sardines are a good protein choice for your meals and snacks because they help keep you full and support muscle needs. They also provide healthy fats, but this canned version can be higher in sodium (1112 mg per 100 g), so it’s best to balance it with low-sodium foods and plenty of water. Since it has very little carbs and no fiber, pair it with vegetables and fiber-rich sides (like gulay, beans, or brown rice) to make your plate more complete.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - For a typical day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), use sardines as your protein for one meal, not as the only repeat protein every time.
- Watch the sodium: drain the liquid and rinse briefly if the label allows, then add it to your ulam with fresh ingredients (tomato, onions, calamansi, herbs).
- Balance your plate: add at least 1–2 servings of gulay and a fiber source (e.g., kangkong, talong, okra, or beans).
- Portion guide: start with about 1/2 cup sardines (or around 50 g) per meal, then adjust based on your hunger and activity.
- If you’re also eating salty foods that day (instant noodles, processed meat, salted eggs), reduce the sardines portion to keep your overall sodium in check.
Common Filipino dishes
Sardines with tomato (ginisang sardinas), Sardines omelet, Sardines sisig, Sardines with rice and atchara, Sardines pasta
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