Meat & Seafood
Sardine
沙丁鱼Nutritional Value
5 / 5
Organ Affinities
Tonifies
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Sardine is a warming tonic food with impressive nutritional depth — it builds Blood, Qi, and Kidney Jing. Its density of omega-3s, calcium, vitamin D, and B12 makes it one of the most mineral-rich everyday foods available. From an AHM perspective, it supports Spleen and Kidney function, strengthens bones and sinews, and helps preserve Jing — something especially relevant as people move into middle and older age.
Sardines provide some of the highest concentrations of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids among common foods, with strong clinical evidence for reducing joint inflammation and pain, particularly in rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.
Contraindications
Avoid excess in heat patterns or Yin deficiency. Choose wild-caught. Rinse canned sardines to reduce sodium.
Clinically authored and reviewed by Dr. Katrina Chojnicki-Hill, DAOM, AP, Dipl. OM. Cross-referenced against American Dragon Herbs and classical AHM sources. For educational purposes only — consult a qualified AHM practitioner for personalised advice.