Common questions

Is Sardines in Vegetable Oil healthy?

Sardines in Vegetable Oil scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains brisling sardines, which are a high-quality 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, Brisling Sardines counts in its favor; Sunflower 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: Safcol

Safcol

Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Tropical Consolidated Group

Category Canned Foods

Summary

This product contains brisling sardines, which are a high-quality source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the use of sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, detracts from its healthfulness due to potential inflammatory effects. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the presence of beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 3

Brisling Sardines

Good

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

Salt

Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation, without added mineral benefits.

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Sunflower Oil

Very Bad

A highly processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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