To eat, or not to eat, canned sardines.
Here’s what nutrition experts want you to know.
To meet these recommendations, consumers have a variety of options to choose from, canned sardines included.
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Manaker shares, “Eating canned sardines can positively impact cognitive health.
Not to mention, a can of sardines is usually less expensive than a jar of specialty supplements.
Plus, canned sardines contain close to 100% of the recommended daily intake ofomega-3 fatty acids.
Canned sardines provide more of both EPA and DHA than these recommendations.
According to theUSDA, sardines are high-purine fish.
Purines are broken down into uric acid in our bodies.
Canned sardines in oil will provide a bit more total fat and calories but can also offer more flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are canned sardines processed food?
Canned sardines should not be considered off-limits or “bad” because of the processing they require.
Is it healthy to eat canned sardines every day?
Are canned sardines better for you than canned tuna?
Both canned sardines and canned tuna provide similar nutrients and contribute to the recommended weekly seafood intake.
If you’re new to sardines, try one of ourhealthy sardine recipesto help get you started.
