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Crown Prince Brisling Sardines In Mustard: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
High integrity
Crown Prince brisling sardines in mustard received a Food Integrity Score of 88 out of 100 (high integrity). This reflects minimal processing and low additive load. This is a short, recognizable ingredient list built from sardines, water, vinegar, mustard seed, salt, turmeric, red pepper, garlic, and paprika. The label stays refreshingly simple, with spices doing normal flavor work rather than engineered flavor systems. It is a reasonable option to eat occasionally, with the sodium level being the main thing to keep in mind. Main considerations include sodium level per can is high and chili spice extract is a mildly processed flavor input. Simpler options: Choose a lower-sodium sardine option if you eat these often; look for sardines packed in olive oil or water with fewer added flavor extracts.
Food Integrity Score 88/100
What stood out on the label?
- Minimal processing
- Low additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Sodium level per can is high
- Chili spice extract is a mildly processed flavor input
Simpler options to consider
- Choose a lower-sodium sardine option if you eat these often
- Look for sardines packed in olive oil or water with fewer added flavor extracts
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Crown Prince Brisling Sardines In Mustard
- Brand
- Crown Prince
- Category
- Seafood (source: Canned Seafood)
- GTIN / UPC
00073230008146- Serving size
- 106 g (1 can)
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Brisling Sardines In Mustard
Crown Prince
High integrity
Warning Signs
Sodium is the main flag here, at roughly 810 mg per can, so this is a salt-forward pantry staple.
Consider This
Very little here is factory-formulated; the list reads like a simple pantry recipe with smoke, spice, and vinegar.
Good Substitutes
Plain sardines packed in water or olive oil with your own mustard, vinegar, and garlic keep sodium lower.
Overall Assessment
High integrityThis is a short, recognizable ingredient list built from sardines, water, vinegar, mustard seed, salt, turmeric, red pepper, garlic, and paprika. The label stays refreshingly simple, with spices doing normal flavor work rather than engineered flavor systems. It is a reasonable option to eat occasionally, with the sodium level being the main thing to keep in mind.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Sodium level per can is high
- Chili spice extract is a mildly processed flavor input
Highest concern ingredients
- Chili spice extract (2/10) — Extracted spice input, mildly processed.
- Salt (1/10) — Contributes to high sodium per serving.
Better choice tips
- Choose a lower-sodium sardine option if you eat these often.
- Look for sardines packed in olive oil or water with fewer added flavor extracts.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
NATURALLY WOOD SMOKED BRISLING SARDINES, WATER, VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, TURMERIC, RED PEPPER, GARLIC, PAPRIKA, CHILI SPICE EXTRACT
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Chili spice extractConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSpice extract
What this is
Spice extract
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Extracted spice is slightly more processed than whole spices.
Additional note
Extract form of chili spice; mildly processed flavor input.
VinegarConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Traditional preserving ingredient with minimal formulation concern.
Additional note
Fermented acidic liquid, category-normal for pickling.
SaltConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Main concern area
Sodium context
Why it matters
Simple seasoning, but sodium per can is notably high.
Additional note
Salt contributes to the high sodium level per can.
Naturally wood smoked brisling sardinesConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Core recognizable protein source with category-normal smoking.
Additional note
Whole fish with smoking as the main preparation step.
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WaterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Neutral packing liquid with no formulation concern.
Additional note
Plain water used as packing liquid.
Mustard seedConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole spice with no concern.
Additional note
Whole spice seed used for flavor.
TurmericConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole spice with no formulation concern.
Additional note
Recognizable spice used for color and flavor.
Red pepperConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole spice with no formulation concern.
Additional note
Recognizable pepper used for heat and flavor.
GarlicConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple culinary ingredient with no concern.
Additional note
Recognizable whole vegetable used for flavor.
PaprikaConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole spice with no formulation concern.
Additional note
Recognizable ground pepper spice.
Food Integrity is an ingredient-based estimate of how simple and recognizable a food's formulation appears. It is not a medical or safety rating. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Added-sodium ingredients (Mentions "salt". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Strength & Protein Focus
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Meat/seafood ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Pescatarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Seafood ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Keto-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Minimally Processed Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Processing level (Minimal processing)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Processing level (Minimal processing)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Processing level (Minimal processing)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Mediterranean-style ingredients (Mentions "garlic", "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Paleo-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Healthy Fat Focus
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Healthy fat ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Spike Stability
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Crown Prince Brisling Sardines In Mustard highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Minimal processing. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Crown Prince Brisling Sardines In Mustard shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Crown Prince Brisling Sardines In Mustard: 0g added sugar per serving. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Whole sardines with simple, recognizable ingredients; Good protein per serving; Minimal additives and no artificial colors or sweeteners.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Sodium is high for one can (~810 mg); Zero fiber; Canned preparation with added salt.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same seafood differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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