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Sardine
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Sardine
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19.8 g |
| Omega-3 (n-3 polyunsaturated) | 1.3 g |
| Vitamin D | 4 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.3 µg |
| Selenium | 51 µg |
Allergen · Fish
Fish is one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Offer it from around six months, then keep offering it — regular exposure is what current guidance recommends, not a single try.
How to serve Sardine to babies
6–8 months
Finger-size strip
Cook thoroughly and check by hand for every bone, including in canned fillets, then offer as a thick boneless piece to gnaw.
9–11 months
Flaked
Flaked into soft pieces once the pincer grasp appears, bones checked again by hand.
12–24 months
Bite-size pieces
With the family meal. NHS guidance allows children up to 4 portions of oily fish a week for boys, 2 for girls.
Per 100 g from CoFID (16-401). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Sardine: common questions
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When can babies eat sardine?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Cook thoroughly and check by hand for every bone, including in canned fillets, then offer as a thick boneless piece to gnaw.
How do I cut and serve sardine for my baby?
6–8 months (Finger-size strip): Cook thoroughly and check by hand for every bone, including in canned fillets, then offer as a thick boneless piece to gnaw.
9–11 months (Flaked): Flaked into soft pieces once the pincer grasp appears, bones checked again by hand.
12–24 months (Bite-size pieces): With the family meal. NHS guidance allows children up to 4 portions of oily fish a week for boys, 2 for girls.
Is sardine a common allergen?
Yes. On the UK allergen list it counts as Fish.
Fish is one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Offer it from around six months, then keep offering it — regular exposure is what current guidance recommends, not a single try.
Guides about sardine
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