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Nutritional Profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil) - Care Omnia Nutrition
We got 43 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Sardines (Canned In Oil).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks notably well (Top 100) for three nutrients.
These are
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Parinaric Acid (18:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks well (Top 250) for eight additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Vitamin B12 (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Paullinic Acid (20:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Finfish and Shellfish Products) shows that it ranks sky-high (Top 10) for one nutrient:
- Calcium, Ca (Minerals)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks quite high (Top 25) for five additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated (Fatty Acids)
- Phosphorus, P (Minerals)
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
Secondly you'll find a lipid (fat) profile that shows you the content of saturated, mono-, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
After the overview this macronutrient profile provided let's dive deeper and take a look at the lipid (fat) profile!
Lipid (fat) profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Lipids (fats) are a major part of the macronutrients in your food.
Lipids (fats), are divided into saturated and unsaturated fats. The unsaturated fats are then in turn divided into mono-, and polyunsaturated fats.
Here's a lipid (fat) profile to give you a sense of how the content of each type of fat compare to each other.
Figure 2. Lipid (fat) profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Sardines (Canned In Oil)
In food category: Finfish and Shellfish Products
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 3.9 g | 1.1 g | 91 | 1154 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.2 g | 1.5 g | 12 | 578 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 1.5 g | 433.7 mg | 152 | 1605 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 11.4 g | 3.2 g | 49 | 704 |
| Saturated Fats (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 192 mg | 54.4 mg | 125 | 958 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 993 mg | 281.5 mg | 120 | 1304 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 343 mg | 97.2 mg | 141 | 1348 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Erucic Acid (22:1) | 1.1 g | 306.2 mg | 21 | 31 |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 2.1 g | 606.7 mg | 131 | 1489 |
| Palmitoleic Acid (16:1) | 220 mg | 62.4 mg | 160 | 763 |
| Paullinic Acid (20:1) | 423 mg | 119.9 mg | 66 | 151 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) | 509 mg | 144.3 mg | 110 | 133 |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) | 473 mg | 134.1 mg | 57 | 70 |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 3.5 g | 1 g | 22 | 707 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 498 mg | 141.2 mg | 22 | 465 |
| Parinaric Acid (18:4) | 125 mg | 35.4 mg | 48 | 59 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 24.6 g | 7 g | 49 | 256 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (8) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 10 µg | 2.8 µg | 52 | 445 |
| Folate, food | 10 µg | 2.8 µg | 39 | 279 |
| Folate, total | 10 µg | 2.8 µg | 43 | 382 |
| Niacin | 5.2 mg | 1.5 mg | 131 | 706 |
| Riboflavin | 227 µg | 64.4 µg | 64 | 584 |
| Thiamin | 80 µg | 22.7 µg | 147 | 804 |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.9 µg | 2.5 µg | 52 | 137 |
| Vitamin B6 | 167 µg | 47.3 µg | 223 | 814 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 2 mg | 578.3 µg | 67 | 439 |
| Phylloquinone | 2.6 µg | 0.7 µg | 65 | 899 |
| Retinol | 32 µg | 9.1 µg | 104 | 449 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 32 µg | 9.1 µg | 105 | 680 |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 4.8 µg | 1.4 µg | 90 | 108 |
| Minerals (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 382 mg | 108.3 mg | 1 | 196 |
| Copper, Cu | 186 µg | 52.7 µg | 120 | 663 |
| Iron, Fe | 2.9 mg | 827.8 µg | 45 | 629 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 39 mg | 11.1 mg | 52 | 290 |
| Phosphorus, P | 490 mg | 138.9 mg | 19 | 192 |
| Potassium, K | 397 mg | 112.5 mg | 112 | 501 |
| Selenium, Se | 52.7 µg | 14.9 µg | 66 | 177 |
| Sodium, Na | 307 mg | 87 mg | 201 | 842 |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 mg | 371.4 µg | 98 | 782 |
| Other Micronutrients (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 40.3 mg | 42 | 239 |
| Choline | 75 mg | 21.3 mg | 129 | 411 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 59.6 g | 16.9 g | 211 | 1363 |
| Other (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Kcal (Energy) | 208 kcal | 59 kcal | 61 | 480 |
Foods Available Online
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Common Serving Sizes Of Sardines (Canned In Oil)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sardine | 12.0 g | 0.4 oz |
| 1 Cubic Inch | 16.0 g | 0.6 oz |
| 1 Can (3.75 Oz), Drained | 92.0 g | 3.2 oz |
| 1 Cup, Drained | 149.0 g | 5.3 oz |
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| Sardines | No of Nutrients |
| 43 | |
| 47 | |
(Boneless, Skinless, Packed In Water) | 51 |
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