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Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, immune support
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Black seed oil capsule (1000mg) (1 g) has 9 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1 g
9
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 9 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.05 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 0.8 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 1.2 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 2 g | 18 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 3 g | 27 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 30 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
A black seed oil capsule contains oil from Nigella sativa seeds. It provides antioxidant compounds, but claims that it boosts immunity or prevents illness are not firmly established by clinical evidence.
Follow the product’s directions rather than assuming that every 1000mg capsule has the same recommended use. The label amount refers to the product’s stated contents, and taking more is not proven to improve results.
A black seed oil capsule can cause digestive discomfort, nausea, or burping in some people. Stop taking it if you develop a rash, swelling, or another possible allergic reaction.
Possibly, but black seed oil may affect blood sugar or blood pressure, so combining it with related medication could matter. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it regularly alongside these medicines.
No. A black seed oil capsule contains extracted oil, while whole Nigella sativa seeds also provide fiber and other seed components. The capsule is not a like-for-like substitute for using the seeds in food.
Safety of black seed oil supplements during pregnancy has not been established. Avoid using a black seed oil capsule for medicinal purposes while pregnant unless your healthcare professional specifically approves it.
Taking a black seed oil capsule with a meal may be easier on your stomach. There is no strong evidence that taking it on an empty stomach improves absorption or makes it work better.
It is usually best to swallow a black seed oil capsule whole. Opening it may spill the oil or make its strong taste noticeable; only open it if the product directions say that is suitable.
Some black seed oil compounds have been studied for anti-inflammatory effects, but evidence from laboratory research does not prove that a capsule treats inflammation in people. It should not replace prescribed treatment.
Store a black seed oil capsule in its closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Follow the package directions if they specify refrigeration, and avoid using capsules past their expiration date.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.4mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
0.07µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0.01mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.05mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 9 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Black seed oil capsule (1000mg) contains oil extracted from the seeds of Nigella sativa, also called black cumin or nigella. It is a packaged supplement rather than a cooking ingredient, offering a convenient alternative to taking the oil by the spoonful.
The capsule has little of the oil’s pungent, peppery taste, and is usually swallowed with water rather than added to meals. In regions where black seed oil is familiar, the liquid may also be used sparingly in foods, but capsules are taken according to the product label. Nutritionally, the contents are almost entirely fat, with no carbohydrate; include that oil in your overall fat intake if you track it.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.