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Omega-3 source, heart health, anti-inflammatory
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Fish Oil (780mg) (1 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.78 g
7
KCAL / 0.78G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 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 | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.01 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 (small) | 0.8 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 1.6 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 2.3 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 13.5 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 30 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Fish oil provides the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA, which support heart health. Its effects depend on the amount of these fats in the product, and it should not be treated as a cure for disease.
There is no single dose that suits everyone. A 780 mg fish oil serving refers to the oil, not necessarily the amount of EPA and DHA, so follow the product directions and check those amounts.
Yes, taking fish oil with a meal often makes it easier on the stomach and may reduce fishy burps. Follow the directions on the specific product, especially if they give different instructions.
Fish oil can cause fishy-tasting burps, heartburn, nausea, or loose stools in some people. These effects are often mild, but stop taking it and seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Yes, omega-3 fats can lower high triglyceride levels when taken in sufficiently large amounts. Supplement capsules vary in EPA and DHA, so ordinary fish oil products should not be assumed to have the same effect as prescription treatment.
It can matter for people taking blood-thinning medicines, particularly when fish oil is used in high amounts. Ask your prescriber or pharmacist before combining them so they can assess your medication and dose.
Fish oil is generally extracted from the body of oily fish, while cod liver oil comes from cod livers. Cod liver oil also contains vitamins A and D, so the two products are not interchangeable.
Not always; storage instructions vary by fish oil product. Keep it tightly closed and away from heat and light, and refrigerate it only if the label instructs you to do so.
Some pregnant people use fish oil to obtain DHA, but products differ and may not suit every pregnancy. Choose a product intended for pregnancy and ask your maternity care professional about its use.
A strong, unpleasant or paint-like smell can be a sign that fish oil has oxidized. Do not use it if it smells spoiled, tastes markedly off, or has passed its expiry date.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
0.08µg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0.02mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iodine
0.04µg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0µg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 piece (small) (0.78 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.
Fish Oil (780mg) is oil extracted from oily fish, commonly sold in small softgel capsules as a dietary supplement. It is not usually used like a bottle of cooking oil; the 780 mg refers to the amount of product, not necessarily the amount of omega-3 it contains. Check the label for the specific formulation.
The capsule largely masks the fishy taste, though chewing it can leave a noticeable aftertaste. People typically swallow it with water, often alongside a meal, rather than adding it to food. Nutritionally, fish oil is almost entirely fat, with no protein or carbohydrate. If you take it, follow the serving directions on the package; it does not need a special food pairing.
High
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
— 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
SATURATED
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.37g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
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.