Wild Planet
Is Wild Planet Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt healthy?
Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt
Longevity Score
96/100
Food Integrity Score
96/100
Exceptional Choice
Strong nutrition signals and clean ingredient quality make this a standout everyday option.
Quick answer
Exceptional Choice
Wild Planet wild sardines in water with sea salt is rated exceptional choice overall, with a Longevity Score of 96 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 96 out of 100. Simple whole-food fish with high protein and minimal processing; sodium is moderate and the only notable concern. Strengths include high protein with simple whole-fish ingredients, no added sugar or fiber-free refined carbs, and minimal ingredients with no additives or colors, while main considerations include sodium from added sea salt is moderate and saturated fat is present in the fish fat.
Longevity Score 96/100Food Integrity Score 96/100
What helped the score?
- High protein with simple whole-fish ingredients
- No added sugar or fiber-free refined carbs
- Minimal ingredients with no additives or colors
What held the score back?
- Sodium from added sea salt is moderate
- Saturated fat is present in the fish fat
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SARDINES (SARDINOPS SAGAX OR SARDINOPS MELANOSTICTUS), WATER, SEA SALT.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 85 g (3 oz)
- Calories1407% DV
- Protein18g36% DV
- Total Carbs0g0% DV
- Fiber0g0% DV
- Total Fat8g10% DV
- Saturated Fat2.5g13% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Wild Planet Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt
- Brand
- Wild Planet
- Category
- Seafood (source: Canned Seafood)
- GTIN / UPC
00829696000831- Serving size
- 85 g (3 oz)
- 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
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.
Low-Spike Stability
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Lower net carbs (0g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Heart-friendly fat ingredients (Mentions "sardine". See ingredients for details.)
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: Higher protein (18g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Low sugar (0g)
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: Modest calories per serving (140 kcal)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Athletic Fueling
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower carbs for fueling (0g)
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Recovery protein (18g)
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: High protein (18g)
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: Lower net carbs (0g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Very low net carbs (0g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Whole-food signals (sardines, water)
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: Whole-food signals (sardines, water)
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: Whole-food signals (sardines, water)
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: Higher unsaturated fat (5.5g)
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Wild Planet Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt 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?
Wild Planet Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Wild Planet Wild Sardines In Water With Sea Salt: 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: High protein with simple whole-fish ingredients; No added sugar or fiber-free refined carbs; Minimal ingredients with no additives or colors.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Sodium from added sea salt is moderate; Saturated fat is present in the fish fat.
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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