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Fish oil (1500 mg) Calories
Source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA), supports heart health
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Fish oil (1500 mg) (2 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fish oil (1500 mg) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1.5 g
14
KCAL / 1.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% 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%
Fish oil (1500 mg) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (1.5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Fish oil (1500 mg)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 1.5 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 2 g | 18 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 3 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fish oil (1500 mg)
What does 1500 mg mean on a fish oil supplement?
It usually refers to the total amount of fish oil in a serving, not the amount of EPA and DHA. Check the label for those omega-3 amounts separately; they can be much lower than the total oil weight.
What is fish oil good for?
Fish oil provides the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA, which support heart health as part of a balanced diet. A supplement is not a substitute for eating fish, which also provides protein and other nutrients.
How much EPA and DHA does 1500 mg of fish oil contain?
There is no fixed EPA-and-DHA amount in 1500 mg of fish oil. Concentrations vary between products, so use the supplement’s nutrition or ingredient panel rather than treating the total oil weight as the omega-3 dose.
Should fish oil be taken with food?
Yes, taking fish oil with a meal is often easier on the stomach. Food may also reduce fishy burps or an aftertaste, which some people experience when taking the capsules on an empty stomach.
What is the difference between fish oil and cod liver oil?
Fish oil is generally made from fish tissue, while cod liver oil comes from cod liver. Cod liver oil can also contain vitamins A and D, so taking it alongside other supplements may increase vitamin intake.
Why does fish oil cause fishy burps?
Fish oil can leave a fishy taste or cause fish-scented burps as the capsule is digested. Taking it with a meal may help; a strongly rancid or unusually unpleasant smell or taste is a reason not to use it.
Can you take fish oil every day?
Many people take fish oil daily, but the appropriate amount depends on the product and why they are using it. Follow the product directions, and do not assume that 1500 mg of oil equals 1500 mg of EPA and DHA.
Can fish oil interact with blood thinners?
Fish oil may affect blood clotting, particularly at higher doses, and could matter for people taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it with these medicines or before surgery.
Does fish oil go bad, and how should it be stored?
Yes, fish oil can become rancid. Keep it away from heat and light and follow the storage directions on the package; discard it if it develops a strong, stale, or unusually unpleasant smell or taste.
Does fish oil help lower triglycerides?
Prescription omega-3 products can lower high triglyceride levels, but their doses and oversight differ from ordinary fish oil supplements. Do not use a supplement in place of prescribed treatment or change medication without medical guidance.
Fish oil (1500 mg) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.3mg · 2% DV
Vitamin D
0.15µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Fish oil (1500 mg) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fish oil (1500 mg)
To burn the 14 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1.5 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Fish oil (1500 mg)?
Fish oil (1500 mg) is an oil obtained from fish, commonly sold as a softgel supplement rather than as a cooking oil. It provides omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA. In places where fish oil supplements are popular, people usually swallow a capsule with water, often alongside a meal; it is not generally stirred into food or used as a dressing. The oil can have a distinctive fishy smell or aftertaste, so taking it with a meal may make it easier to fit into a routine.
Nutritionally, it is almost entirely fat, with no carbohydrate or protein. One medium piece is about 1.5 g. It may suit people who want a convenient supplement instead of regularly eating oily fish; follow the directions on the product label, and use ordinary cooking oil for cooking.
How Nutritious Is Fish oil (1500 mg)?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Fish oil (1500 mg) Processed?
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.
Does Fish oil (1500 mg) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Fish oil (1500 mg) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Fish oil (1500 mg) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.71g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.