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High-dose omega-3 fatty acids, source of EPA and DHA, supports heart and brain health
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Omega 3 supplement (2500mg) (3 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 2.5 g
23
KCAL / 2.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% 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 | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 2.5 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2.5 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 13.5 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
The 2500 mg may refer to the total oil in a serving, not the amount of active omega-3s. To find the EPA and DHA content, add the separate EPA and DHA amounts listed for that serving.
The 2500 mg label alone does not tell you how much EPA and DHA the supplement contains. That figure may describe total oil, so use the product’s separate EPA and DHA amounts to identify its active omega-3 content.
There is no established best time of day to take an omega 3 supplement. Choose a time you can stick to, and take it with a meal if it tends to cause fishy burps or stomach discomfort.
Yes, taking an omega 3 supplement with food can make it easier on your stomach and may reduce fishy-tasting burps. Follow the serving instructions for your specific product.
Yes, many people take an omega 3 supplement daily, following the product’s directions. Daily use may not suit everyone, especially people taking medicines that affect blood clotting.
Omega-3 fatty acids can lower triglycerides at therapeutic doses, but a 2500 mg product is not automatically equivalent to a prescribed treatment. Do not use a supplement to replace prescribed care.
An omega 3 supplement can cause fishy aftertaste, heartburn, nausea, or loose stools in some people. Persistent or severe symptoms are a reason to stop taking it and seek medical advice.
An omega 3 supplement may affect bleeding risk, particularly at higher doses or alongside certain medicines. If you take a blood thinner or have surgery planned, ask your doctor before using it.
Fishy burps can happen when oil from an omega 3 supplement comes back up after swallowing. Taking the capsule with a meal and storing it as directed may help; persistent symptoms may call for a different product.
Not always; storage requirements vary by product. Keep an omega 3 supplement tightly closed and away from heat, light, and moisture, and refrigerate it only if its package instructions say to do so.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.01mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
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
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (medium) (2.5 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.
Omega 3 supplement (2500 mg) is a concentrated source of omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA. It is commonly sold as a capsule or liquid, with the oil typically sourced from fish or algae. Unlike an ingredient used in cooking, it is taken as a supplement and its exact composition depends on the product.
People often take it with a meal and water, following the label directions; liquid versions can be added to food if the product allows. The taste may be neutral or mildly fishy. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely fat, with no carbohydrate or protein. If you avoid fish-derived products or their flavour, check the label for an algae-based option.
Low
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
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
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.