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Sardines

Sardines are a food source of selenium and vitamin D. 3 ounces (Sardines, canned in oil, drained solids with bone) provides about 45 mcg of selenium, 82% of the daily value. 2 sardines (Sardines (Atlantic), canned in oil, drained) provides about 1.2 mcg of vitamin D, 6% of the daily value.

Sardines, photographed on stone.
Nutrient Serving Amount % daily value
Selenium 3 ounces (Sardines, canned in oil, drained solids with bone) 45 mcg 82%
Vitamin D 2 sardines (Sardines (Atlantic), canned in oil, drained) 1.2 mcg 6%

Amounts are from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements food tables linked in the sources. Amounts vary with variety and preparation.

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Sources

  1. [1]NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — Selenium: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals
  2. [2]NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — Vitamin D: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals

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