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Omega-3 fatty acids, heart health, brain function, anti-inflammatory
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Omega3 Fish Oil Supplement (5 g) has 41 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 4.5 g
41
KCAL / 4.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% 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 | 41 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.95 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.09 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 teaspoon (medium) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 30 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
The Omega3 fish oil supplement provides EPA and DHA, omega-3 fatty acids that play roles in heart and brain function. Its effects depend on the amount of EPA and DHA and the reason for taking it; it is not a cure or a substitute for prescribed treatment.
There is no single daily amount that suits everyone, because products contain different amounts of EPA and DHA. Follow the product’s directions and check the EPA and DHA amounts, rather than relying only on the total fish oil amount.
Taking an Omega3 fish oil supplement with a meal can reduce fishy aftertaste or stomach discomfort. There is no one meal that is required, so taking it with whichever meal fits your routine is practical.
Yes, some people notice fishy burps or mild stomach discomfort after taking an Omega3 fish oil supplement. Taking it with food may help. A sharply rancid smell or taste can indicate spoilage, so do not use a product that smells off.
EPA and DHA are two different omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. Their amounts can vary widely between Omega3 fish oil supplements, so compare the EPA and DHA listed per serving instead of assuming all products provide the same amount.
No. An Omega3 fish oil supplement is generally made from fish tissue and provides EPA and DHA, while cod liver oil also naturally contains vitamins A and D. That difference matters if you already take vitamin supplements.
Neither form is automatically better. Compare the EPA and DHA per serving and choose the form you can take consistently: capsules are convenient to carry, while liquid makes it easier to adjust a measured serving.
Not in every respect. Oily fish provides omega-3s along with protein and other nutrients, while an Omega3 fish oil supplement mainly provides oil. A supplement can supply EPA and DHA, but it does not replace the broader nutritional value of fish.
Omega-3s, especially DHA, are important during pregnancy, but not every product is suitable. Check the ingredients: cod liver oil can contain preformed vitamin A, which should not be taken in excessive amounts during pregnancy.
High doses of omega-3 may affect bleeding risk, so people taking blood thinners should ask their doctor or pharmacist before starting an Omega3 fish oil supplement. Do not change a prescribed medicine dose because you are taking a supplement.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
0.45µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.22mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0.02mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iodine
0.45µg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.09µg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.09mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.05mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 41 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (4.5 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.
Omega3 fish oil supplement is a concentrated oil made from oily fish and taken as a source of omega-3 fatty acids. It may be sold as a liquid; the typical serving listed here is about one medium teaspoon, or 4.5 g.
People commonly take fish oil with a meal, which can also make its distinctive taste easier to manage. It is almost entirely fat, with no carbohydrate or protein, so it is best thought of as a supplement rather than a source of balanced nourishment. It can suit people who rarely eat oily fish; if the flavour is strong, take it alongside food rather than on its own.
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.
Contains these 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
0.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
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.