79/100

Food

Small Oily Fish (Sardines)

Low burden — Small Oily Fish (Sardines) is a relatively low-burden choice.

Sardines, anchovies, herring.

The breakdown

Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)

Chemical hazard
2
Everyday exposure
2
Persistence
2

Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.

What this means for you

A Detox Score of 79 places small oily fish (sardines) in the Low band. None of the three drivers is severe, which keeps the burden manageable. Low on the food chain means low mercury, plus excellent omega-3s that support overall metabolic health.

See where your whole exposure load is highest — free Exposure Score →

Frequently asked questions

Is small oily fish (sardines) a toxic exposure?

Small Oily Fish (Sardines) has a Detox Score of 79 out of 100 (Low burden), which means it is a relatively low-burden choice. Low on the food chain means low mercury, plus excellent omega-3s that support overall metabolic health.

Why does small oily fish (sardines) score well?

Small Oily Fish (Sardines) scores 79/100 because its associated chemical hazard, everyday exposure and persistence are all low. Low on the food chain means low mercury, plus excellent omega-3s that support overall metabolic health.

More in Food

89
Cruciferous VegetablesMinimal · Food
86
Filtered Black CoffeeMinimal · Food
75
Organic StrawberriesLow · Food
58
Charred Grilled MeatModerate · Food