1 teaspoon (medium) of Krill Oil (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.

Krill Oil Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

900

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 0% DV

Protein

· 0% DV

Fat

100g

· 128% DV

Fiber

· 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%

Krill Oil Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.5mg · 10% DV

B12

0.1µg · 4% DV

Vitamin A

0.1mg · 0% DV

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Calcium

2mg · 0% DV

Iron

0mg · 0% DV

Magnesium

1mg · 0% DV

Zinc

0mg · 0% DV

How Nutritious Is Krill Oil?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

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

0/ 100

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.

Krill Oil Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Krill Oil

To burn the 900 calories in 100 g:

🚶

223min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

92min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

122min

Cycling

🏊

105min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Krill Oil 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 Krill Oil Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish yes

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Krill Oil 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

Krill Oil Fat Profile

SATURATED

22g

MONOUNSATURATED

38g

POLYUNSATURATED

40g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Krill Oil

How many calories are in krill oil?

Krill oil contains 900 calories per 100 g. Since it is entirely fat, portion size should be considered.

Is krill oil suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, krill oil has no carbohydrates and is compatible with keto and ketovore diets. It is processed and contains fish and shellfish allergens.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026