Sardines in Soya Oil

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Is Sardines in Soya Oil healthy?

Sardines in Soya Oil scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains sardines, which are a high-quality source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart and brain health.

How processed is Sardines in Soya Oil?

Sardines in Soya Oil is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sardines in Soya Oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, sardines counts in its favor; soybean oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sardines in Soya Oil

Gold Seal
Bioengineered
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This product contains sardines, which are a high-quality source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart and brain health. However, the use of soybean oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, detracts from its nutritional quality due to its potential to promote inflammation. The presence of natural smoke flavoring also indicates a moderate level of processing, which impacts the overall healthiness of the product.

Key ingredients 4

sardines
Good

Sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein, making them a nutritious choice for a healthy diet.

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salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor and preservation but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health issues related to high sodium intake.

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natural smoke flavoring
Neutral

Natural smoke flavoring adds a smoky taste to the product but does not significantly impact health either positively or negatively.

soybean oil
Very Bad

Soybean oil is high in unhealthy trans fats and omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to inflammation if consumed excessively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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