One can of sardines provides about 23 grams of protein and nearly 900 milligrams of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids.
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A standard can of sardines contains approximately 23 grams of protein and close to 900 milligrams of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids.
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Lipid Profile and Dietary Value of Canned Sardine Products from Ivasi
Cross-Sectional Study
The study found that a can of sardines has way more omega-3s than the claim says — about 10 times more — and doesn’t mention protein at all, so the claim is wrong on the omega-3 part and unverified on protein.
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