New Delhi, July 28 -- Social media has a way of spotlighting everyday foods and turning them into a trend. One of the newest trends doing the rounds is "sardinemaxxing". Sardines, especially the canned ones, are tossed into everyday meals to boost their protein and nutritional value. The term is new, but the food itself is not. Sardines have been valued for ages across different cultures for nutritional richness, affordability and convenience.

What really makes sardinemaxxing stand out though is the buzz around eating nutrient-dense foods that help with overall wellness. Sardines are one of those rare foods that bring together high-grade protein, omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin D, vitamin B12, calcium, and selenium. You could say it's a sma...