The short answer
Supply protein, EPA and DHA, vitamin B12, and calcium when the soft bones are eaten.
- Evidence and scope
- Food context; study findings do not grade the whole food.
- Important limitation
- Direct sardine trials are limited; they are a practical small-fish option within evidence-supported fish patterns.
- Before deciding
- Species, preparation, sustainability, and contaminant exposure matter. Pregnancy guidance and local advisories may change the best choice.
01 / NUTRIENTS & FORM
Nutrient snapshot
The exact food form matters. Raw, cooked, drained, dried, fortified, and branded versions can have meaningfully different values.
Supply protein, EPA and DHA, vitamin B12, and calcium when the soft bones are eaten.
We have not assigned a specific composition record to this food yet. Values will appear only after the food description, preparation state, edible portion, and serving weight are verified.
How nutrient values will be verified
- Planned display basis
- Practical serving and per 100 g
- Planned nutrient fields
- Energy, protein, carbohydrate, fiber, fat, sodium, and the most relevant micronutrients
- Publication rule
- Show the database, record ID, food form, serving weight, and verification date
02 / RESEARCH
Evidence map: baseline and emerging signals
The current baseline stays visually separate from credible findings that are mechanistic, responder-dependent, small, or not yet replicated.
The general interpretation that does not depend on one unreplicated positive result. An established limitation is as important as an established benefit.
The influence of sardine consumption on the omega-3 fatty acid content of mature human milk.
This source clarifies absorption, biomarkers, tolerability, or another research context; it does not demonstrate a clinical health benefit by itself.
- Study design
- Human observational or context study
- Tested form / scope
- Whole food
- Editorial interpretation
- Direct sardine trials are limited; they are a practical small-fish option within evidence-supported fish patterns.
- Screening record
- One relevant human PubMed source was verified and classified. This is a source card, not a complete evidence synthesis or a count of favorable studies.
Educational information only—not medical advice. Allergies, medicines, pregnancy, kidney disease, diabetes treatment, swallowing needs, and preparation safety can change what is appropriate.