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Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supports heart health
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fish Oil (Omega3, 1250 mg) (1 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1.25 g
11
KCAL / 1.25G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.26 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 (medium) | 1.3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2.5 g | 23 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 3.8 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 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 omega-3 fats, particularly EPA and DHA, which support heart health. The 1,250 mg on the product name may describe the total oil in a serving, not the amount of EPA and DHA; check those figures separately on the label.
You can take fish oil at any time of day; there is no established benefit to taking it specifically in the morning or at night. Taking it at a consistent meal can make it easier to remember.
Yes, taking fish oil with a meal often makes it easier on the stomach and may reduce fishy burps. Swallow the capsule with water and follow any different directions printed on the product.
Fish oil can cause fishy-tasting burps, an aftertaste, nausea, or loose stools in some people. Taking it with food may help; stop using it and seek medical advice if you develop a severe reaction.
No. Fish oil is a source of omega-3 fats, while omega-3 refers to a family of fats that also comes from foods such as oily fish and some plant foods. Fish oil labels commonly list EPA and DHA separately.
A standard fish oil capsule is unlikely to cause noticeable weight gain by itself. It contains fat and therefore provides energy, but changes in body weight reflect the overall balance of energy eaten and used over time.
Many people take fish oil daily, but the relevant amount is the EPA and DHA per serving, not just the 1,250 mg total-oil figure. Follow the package directions and avoid treating that total as an EPA-DHA dose.
Fish oil may affect blood clotting, particularly at higher supplemental amounts. If you take an anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicine, ask the prescriber managing it before starting regular fish oil; do not change prescribed medicine yourself.
Fish oil is made from the tissues of oily fish, while cod liver oil comes from cod livers and also supplies vitamins A and D. Those added vitamins make cod liver oil a different choice, especially if you already take vitamin supplements.
A strongly rancid, sharp, or paint-like smell or taste can indicate oxidized fish oil; do not use it if it seems spoiled. Keep the container tightly closed, away from heat and light, and follow its storage instructions.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
0.13µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.03mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0.38µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.01µg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.01mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.01mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 11 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1.25 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 (Omega3, 1250 mg) is an oil obtained from oily fish and commonly sold as a capsule or liquid supplement. It is not a fish dish: it concentrates the fats naturally present in fish, including omega-3 fatty acids.
Its flavour and smell vary by product, but some have a distinctly fishy aftertaste. Many people take capsules with water or use liquid fish oil alongside a meal; in some places it is also mixed into food, though its flavour can be noticeable. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely fat, with no carbohydrate or protein. It can be a convenient option for people who rarely eat oily fish; follow the product label for use and storage.
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
0.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
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.