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Is Sardines in Vegetable Oil healthy?

Sardines in Vegetable 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 nutritious source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Sardines in Vegetable Oil?

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

Which ingredients drive Sardines in Vegetable Oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sardines counts in its favor; Soya 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 Vegetable Oil

Name: Sardines in Vegetable Oil
Brand: Pataya Food Industries

Pataya Food Industries

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Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Pataya Food Group

Category Canned Foods

Summary

This product contains sardines, which are a nutritious source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the use of soya oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, detracts from its healthiness due to potential inflammatory effects and high processing levels. The presence of this oil, combined with the product's processed nature, limits its overall health score.

Key ingredients 4

Sardines

Very Good

An excellent source of high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart and brain health.

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Water

Neutral

A basic, neutral ingredient used as a diluent or cooking medium.

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Salt

Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for seasoning and preservation without providing trace minerals.

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Soya Oil

Very Bad

A refined seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to an imbalanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio in the diet.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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