Sardines, canned in olive oil, drained

Sardines are small oily fish. The figures here describe sardines canned in olive oil and drained. They mainly provide protein and fat, with 23g of protein and 14g of fat per 100g. They also contain 500mg of calcium and 3.6µg of vitamin D per 100g, alongside other vitamins and minerals.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Calcium helps maintain bones and teeth, while vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium. Canned sardines also contain salt and saturated fat, which are worth noting for people monitoring their intake of these nutrients. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.