Pregnancy food guidance
Sardines
Usually OK
Sardines are a lower-mercury Best Choice and can fit into the recommended weekly fish intake.
What changes the answer for Sardines
- Choose a commercially canned or thoroughly cooked product.
- Count sodium if that matters for your individual care plan.
Why it matters for Sardines
FDA lists sardines among lower-mercury fish choices.
Practical takeaway
Use sardines as one of several fish choices during the week.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States