Sardines, canned in tomato sauce, whole contents

Sardines are small oily fish. These figures describe sardines canned in tomato sauce, including the whole contents of the can rather than drained fish alone. They mainly provide protein and fat, with little carbohydrate. Per 100g, they contain 19g of protein, 11g of fat, 455mg of calcium and 0.79g of salt.

Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscles, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth. Canned sardines usually contain soft, edible bones, which contribute to their calcium content. They also provide vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium. The salt content is worth noting for people monitoring their salt intake. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.