Sardines
We’ve all heard about Omega-3 fatty acids‘ benefits, such as for heart health. Out of all the oily fish, however, sardines provide the best source. For me, the most important reason is, being very small in size and having a relatively short life-span, sardines have low levels of contaminants, especially mercury!
Other benefits? Plenty
Sardines provide a highly concentrated source of B12 (important for nerves and blood cells)
They are an amazing source of calcium and Vit D ( great for the bones)
Sardines are very good source of quality protein, providing selenium, phosphorus, vits B2 and B3, iodine and copper
It is worth emphasising that Vit D together with omega 3 are amazing for immune support and for inflammatory conditions including auto-immune ones.
You can’t ask for more from such a small fish! I must warn you though about cooking them! Grilling sardines, though very tasty, is not advisable because of oxidative damage. Quickly stir frying after marinating with lemon juice, herbs and spices, is preferable. In Chinese Medicine, it is advised to make a soup or a broth with sardines after marinating in lemon juice for half an hour.
Whether you like them or not, you need to eat them. You can’t go wrong with sardines!
