Question 1

Are canned sardines healthy?

Accepted Answer

There are many health benefits to canned sardines. As we mentioned earlier, canned sardines which still retain their skin and bones contain more calcium and this is because the canning process softens the bones, making them edible. Sardine bones contain plenty of calcium and good for our skin and bones too! Oily fish is naturally gluten-free and high in protein. This is wonderful for those on a low-fat diet or people just looking to add more protein to their daily food intake. Low in carbohydrates, eating this fish will help you to stay healthy and lose weight at the same time. Sardines contain omega-3 fatty acids which have many, many health benefits. Omega-3 fish oils are good for your heart and can help lower blood pressure. Our brains are made up of around 60% fat! Omega-3 helps our brains to function well and can even help with certain mental disorders too. This fatty acid can even help with eye health as well as inflammation and maintaining healthy skin. Omega-3 can help reduce liver fat and help reduce allergy risk too.

Question 2

Are sardines better than tuna?

Accepted Answer

This is a question that many people ask, as tuna is generally more popular than sardines.

Question 3

Is it bad to eat sardines every day?

Accepted Answer

Fish can contain mercury and therefore, we don't ever advise eating it every single day as a build-up of mercury could be very harmful. A healthy diet should contain a balance of fish and vegetables. Oily fish consumed twice or three times a week is sufficient.

Question 4

How long are canned sardines edible?

Accepted Answer

You should always check the best-before date in the can, but generally, a tin of sardines can last years and that's what makes them a handy storecupboard choice. Once opened they need to be eaten within a few days and you should remove them from the can and store in an airtight container - your refrigerator could smell pretty fishy otherwise! Please always refer to the dates on the tin and the guidelines offered as each product may vary.

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