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Canned Tuna, Salmon, Sardines & Mackerel Review

Find Fish With the Least Mercury & Arsenic and Most Omega-3s

Canned Fish Review 2025

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Do any supplements help reduce menstrual pain or symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?

Find out which supplements help reduce premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, such as mood swings, pain, bloating, irritability and food cravings.

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How good are sardines? Are they healthy and safe? What did CL's tests find?

Find out amounts of omega-3s (DHA and EPA), protein, and vitamin D in sardines, as well as contaminants mercury and arsenic based on ConsumerLab's tests.

Are Sardines Safe and Healthy To Eat? -- Can of Sardines

News Release

June 12, 2025

Best & Worst Canned Tuna, Salmon, Sardines & Mackerel

White Plains, NY, June 12, 2025 – High levels of mercury and/or arsenic were found in several popular brands of canned tuna and sardines recently tested by ConsumerLab.com.

Recalls & Warnings

April 23, 2025

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use ADVANCED KING Joint Supplement

On February 10, 2025, the FDA warned consumers not to purchase or use the joint pain supplement ADVANCED KING (Naturista Store LLC), because FDA analysis confirmed the product contains dexamethasone, diclofenac, and methocarbamol.

Recalls & Warnings

July 13, 2022

FDA Warns Sellers of Tainted Honey-Based Sexual Enhancement Products

On July 12, 2022, the FDA issued warning letters to four companies selling honey-based products promoted for sexual enhancement after tests conducted by the FDA found the products to contain the prescription drugs Tadalafil and Sildenafil.

Recalls & Warnings

October 26, 2023

Joint Pain Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Drug Ingredients

On October 22, 2023, Botanical-Be recalled of all lots of the company’s Kuka Flex Forte, Artri King, and Reumo Flex capsule products after FDA laboratory analysis found them to contain undeclared diclofenac.

Recalls & Warnings

June 02, 2022

Walmart Inc. Recalls Joint Supplements With Omega-3, Glucosamine & Curcumin

On May 28, 2022, Walmart Inc. issued a voluntary recall of all lots of Artri Ajo King Joint Supplements after FDA laboratory analysis found the presence of undeclared diclofenac.

Recalls & Warnings

July 15, 2022

Honey-Based Enhancement Supplement Recalled

On July 13, 2022, Shopaax.com issued a recall of all lots of its honey-based sexual enhancement product, Kingdom Honey Royal Honey VIP, after FDA analysis found the presence of undeclared sildenafil.

Recalls & Warnings

June 16, 2022

Omega 3 Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Drug Ingredients

On May 28, 2022, Latin Foods Market issued a voluntary recall of one lot of Artri King Reforzado con Ortiga y Omega 3 tablets after FDA laboratory analysis found the presence of undeclared diclofenac and dexamethasone.

Recalls & Warnings

April 27, 2022

Prescription Drugs Found in Arthritis, Muscle Pain, and Osteoporosis Supplements

On April 20th, 2022, the FDA warned consumers not to use the following ”Artri“ or ”Ortiga” products promoted to treat arthritis, muscle pain, osteoporosis and bone cancer because they have been found to contain undeclared drugs that can have serious adverse ...

Recalls & Warnings

October 02, 2023

Dangerous Ingredients Found in Ten Arthritis and Pain Supplements

On September 29, 2023, the FDA warned consumers that the following arthritis and pain management products contain undeclared drugs such as diclofenac, methocarbamol (a muscle relaxant), and dexamethasone (a corticosteroid), and/or other potentially harmful ingredients.

News Release

July 10, 2020

Best and Worst Tuna, Salmon and Sardines? ConsumerLab Tests Reveal Amounts of Omega-3s and Toxic Heavy Metals in Canned and Packaged Fish

White Plains, New York, July 10, 2020 — Canned and packaged tuna, salmon and sardines can be an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, but some may also be contaminated with toxic heavy metals such as mercury and arsenic.

Recalls & Warnings

August 28, 2018

King Bio Homeopathic Product Recall Expanded

On August 27, 2018, King Bio expanded its initial recalls of certain homeopathic products and children's homeopathic products to include all of its aqueous-based products for human and animal use due to possible microbial contamination.

Recalls & Warnings

March 16, 2023

Omega-3 Supplements for Dogs and Cats Recalled Due to Potential for Vitamin A Toxicity

On March 9, 2023, Stratford Care USA issued a recall of 62 brands of omega-3 supplements for dogs and cats due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin A.

Recalls & Warnings

July 10, 2020

Sundial Herbal Recalls More Than Sixty Products Including Turmeric, Cinnamon & Tea

On July 9, 2020, Sundial Herbal Products issued a recall of more than 60 herbal products because they were misbranded and/ or promoted with drug claims. Their labels contain drug claims stating the products can diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent disease.

Recalls & Warnings

July 24, 2018

Contaminated Homeopathic Products Recalled

On July 20, 2018, King Bio issued a recall of four lots of its homeopathic products Aquaflora Candida HP9, Lymph Detox, and Baby Teething liquids because they were found to contain microbial contaminants including Pseudomonas Brenneri, Pseudomonas Fluroescens and ...

Recalls & Warnings

November 18, 2003

Supplement Promoted As Cancer Treatment Removed from Market

On November 10, 2003, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that NBTY, Inc., of Bohemia, N.Y.

Recalls & Warnings

June 19, 2013

Sexual Enhancement Supplement Found To Contain Undeclared Drug

On June 17, 2013, the FDA advised consumers not to purchase or use sexual enhancement supplement Royal Dragon Herbal Tonic Balls because it was found to contain undeclared vardenafil.

Recalls & Warnings

October 12, 2005

Supplement Company to Pay $2 Million Penalty For Alleged Violations of FTC Order

On October 12, 2005 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that under the terms of a consent decree approved by the it for submission by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to the federal court for approval, NBTY, Inc. (NBTY, formerly Nature’s Bounty, Inc.

Recalls & Warnings

March 30, 2019

FDA Warns Seller of Reishi, Joint Supplements, Ginseng & More for Pesticides, Other Violations

On March 12, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Yanqing "Michael" Li and Chang Su, owners of the website http://www.woohoonatural.

Recalls & Warnings

August 25, 2018

Thirty-Two Children's Homeopathic Products Recalled

On August 22, 2018, King Bio issued a recall of 32 homeopathic products for children because some have have tested positive for microbial contamination.

Recalls & Warnings

September 08, 2018

Homeopathic Oral Sprays Recalled Due to Possible Bacterial Contamination

On September 5, 2018, Beaumont Bio Med, Inc., issued a recall of all of its water and alcohol-based homeopathic products because they have the potential to contain microbial contaminants. 

Recalls & Warnings

June 16, 2019

"Immune Support" Throat Sprays Recalled

On June 13 2019, APS BioGroup, Inc. issued a recall of four "immune support" throat sprays because they have the potential to be contaminated with Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, a bacteria that can cause respiratory infection, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems.

Recalls & Warnings

May 09, 2020

FTC Warns 45 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims

On May 7, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 45 companies for selling products such as herbal products, immune system boosters, and vitamin C with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).

Recalls & Warnings

December 19, 2020

FDA Finds Unapproved Drugs in Many Weight Loss and Sexual Enhancement Products Sold Online

On December 18, 2020, the FDA warned consumers that certain products promoted for weight loss, body building, sexual enhancement, pain relief, sleep, and other uses because may contain harmful ingredients.

Recalls & Warnings

July 18, 2017

Hidden Drugs Found in Sexual Enhancement Products

On July 17, 2017, the FDA posted public notifications after finding multiple sexual enhancement products contained hidden drug ingredients.

Recalls & Warnings

March 08, 2012

Supplement Maker Warned About Cancer Claims

FDA issued a letter to Royal Domains (dated January 6, 2012) warning that their Nature's Pearl Premium Muscadine Grape Seed dietary supplement is being promoted as a drug and as such is misbranded.

Recalls & Warnings

June 22, 2017

FDA Finds Hidden Drug Ingredients in Sexual Enhancement Supplements

On June 22, 2017, the FDA warned consumers that the following sexual enhancement supplements were found to contain undeclared sildenafil, tadalafil and/or dapoxetine. Use the links below to read the complete warning letter for each:

  • Triple Premium Zen Gold 1300 mg

Recalls & Warnings

September 17, 2013

Seller of Omega-3 and Joint Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims

On August 29, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Y.S. Health Corp.

Recalls & Warnings

March 19, 2009

QVC Settles Charges of False Claims for Supplements

On March 19, 2009, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that QVC, Inc., a TV home shopping channel and one of the world’s largest multimedia retailers, has agreed to pay $7.

Recalls & Warnings

March 21, 2017

Twenty-one Sexual Enhancement Products Recalled

On March 7, 2017, A&H Focal Inc. issued a recall of the following sexual enhancement supplements because they were found to contain drugs such as sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil:

Recalls & Warnings

May 02, 2015

Three Sexual Enhancement Supplements Contain Prescription Drug

On April 30, 2015, the FDA warned consumers not to buy or use the sexual enhancement supplements listed below because they were found to contain sildenafil. Each was identified during an examination of international mail shipments:

Recalls & Warnings

March 06, 2015

Four Male Enhancement Supplements Found to Contain Drug

On March 5, 2015, the FDA warned consumers not to buy or use the following four sexual enhancement supplements because they were found to contain an undeclared sildenafil. Each was identified during an examination of international mail shipments.

Recalls & Warnings

March 02, 2015

Hidden Drug Found in Six Sexual Enhancement Supplements

On February 27 and February 28, 2015, the FDA warned consumers not to buy or use the following six sexual enhancement supplements because they were found to contain an undeclared sildenafil. Each was identified during an examination of international mail shipments.

Recalls & Warnings

July 01, 2013

Teas Recalled Due To Potential Botulism Contamination

One June 28, 2013, Harmony Chai issued a voluntary recall of its Concentrated Black Spiced Chai and Decaffeinated Rooibos Chai bottled tea drinks, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.

Recalls & Warnings

March 19, 2019

FDA Calls Promotion of Nyloxin Homeopathic Products for Pain a "Health Fraud Scam"

On March 11, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nutra Pharma Corp. following a review of the company's website (www.Nyloxin.com) and social media sites found that the company was making drug claims about its homeopathic products promoted for arthritis and cancer pain.

Recalls & Warnings

February 01, 2018

Seller of Supplements for Opiate Withdrawal Warned for Drug Claims

On January 11, 2018, the FDA sent warning letters to ten sellers of supplements promoted to treat opiate withdrawal following reviews of the companies' websites and social media which found statements and testimonials made about the products to be drug claims.

Recalls & Warnings

September 01, 2018

Homeopathic Remedies Contaminated With Bacteria

On August 29, 2018, Hellolife, Inc.

Recalls & Warnings

June 04, 2004

FTC Charges Marketers of Two Supplements with False Claims to Cure Range of Diseases

On June 3, 2004 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) charged marketers of two dietary supplements with falsely claiming that their products can prevent and cure cancer and other diseases. According to the FTC’s complaint, Boston-area marketers Direct Marketing Concepts, Inc. (DMC), ITV Direct, Inc.

Recalls & Warnings

March 11, 2003

Rexall Agrees to Pay up to $12 million to Users of Misleading Cellulite Supplement

On March 11, 2003, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that Rexall Sundown, Inc. (Rexall) will pay up to $12 million to resolve FTC charges regarding its marketing of the dietary supplement, "Cellasene," a purported cellulite treatment product.

Recalls & Warnings

June 23, 2017

FDA Warns Seller of Menopause, Sexual Enhancement, Prostate Supplements and More For Manufacturing Violations

On May 26, 2017 the FDA issued a warning letter to Star Health & Beauty LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Nu Essentials Royal Jelly Capsules, NuMan Male Enhancement Capsules, Star's Male Potency Tonic, NuGen HP, She Max HP, and V Max ...

Recalls & Warnings

April 04, 2013

Three More Sexual Enhancement Supplements Found To Contain Undeclared Drugs

On April 3, 2013, the FDA warned consumers that the sexual enhancement supplements AFFIRM XL, Love Rider and Ninja Mojo were found to contain undeclared erectile dysfunction drugs. Consumers are urged to stop using these supplements immediately.

Recalls & Warnings

May 30, 2015

Seller of Omega-3, Probiotics & SuperFoods Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims

On May 4, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dr. Dennis Black, LLC.

Recalls & Warnings

January 30, 2014

Five Sexual Enhancement Supplements Found to Contain Prescription Drugs

On January 28, 2014, the FDA warned consumers not to buy or use the five sexual enhancement supplements listed below because they were found to contain sildenafil and/or tadalafil.

Recalls & Warnings

August 31, 2009

Court Orders Marketers of Supreme Greens and Coral Calcium to Pay Nearly $70 Million for Consumer Refunds

On August 27, 2009, a federal district court ordered the marketers of two dietary supplements – "Supreme Greens" and "Coral Calcium" – who claimed the products would cure ailments ranging from cancer and Parkinson’s disease to heart disease and autoimmune diseases to pay nearly $70 million for ...

Recalls & Warnings

November 06, 2014

Seller of Cholesterol, Arthritis Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims

On October 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Vitamins Direct (USA) and Golden Pride, Inc., which distribute Flexezy and Physician's Signature brands of dietary supplements, following a facility inspection which found statements made about certain supplements to be drug claims.

Recalls & Warnings

July 25, 2013

Beware of Dietary Supplements With Claims To Treat Diabetes, FDA Warns

On July 23, 2013, the FDA issued a warning to consumers not to buy or use dietary supplements that are promoted to treat diabetes.

Recalls & Warnings

October 06, 2005

Deceptive Marketing of “Supreme Greens" -- Settlement with FTC

On October 6, 2005, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that three individuals and two companies have settled FTC charges over their roles in the deceptive marketing of Supreme Greens, an herbal supplement.