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Omega-3 fatty acid supplement, typically from fish or algae oil, beneficial for heart and brain health.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Omega 3 gel capsule (1 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1.2 g
11
KCAL / 1.2G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 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 | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| 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) | 1.2 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.8 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1.2 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 2 g | 18 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2.4 g | 22 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 3.6 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 36 g | 324 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Omega 3 gel capsules provide omega-3 fatty acids, often EPA and DHA from fish or algae oil. These fats support normal heart and brain function, but a supplement does not replace a varied diet or treat disease.
Prescription-strength omega-3 can lower high triglyceride levels, but ordinary omega 3 gel capsules may not provide the same dose or effect. If you are treating high triglycerides, ask your clinician before using a supplement instead of prescribed treatment.
Yes, taking omega 3 gel capsules with a meal is usually a good choice. Food can help with absorption and may reduce stomach upset or fishy burps, especially when the capsules contain fish oil.
Yes, omega 3 gel capsules can be taken at night. The time of day is generally less important than taking them consistently; have them with an evening meal if that helps prevent an unpleasant aftertaste.
Omega 3 gel capsules can cause fishy burps when fish oil or its aftertaste comes back up during digestion. Taking them with food, or choosing a different time of day, may help; a rancid smell is a reason not to use them.
Cod liver oil is a specific fish oil that also naturally contains vitamins A and D, while omega 3 gel capsules can contain fish oil or algae oil. Check the product’s composition before combining them, as vitamins A and D can add up.
They may affect bleeding risk, particularly at high intakes, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before combining omega 3 gel capsules with blood thinners. Do not stop or change prescribed medication on your own.
A sharp, sour, or paint-like smell or taste can indicate that omega 3 gel capsules have gone rancid. Do not take capsules that smell markedly off, feel sticky or leak, or have been stored in excessive heat.
You can cut open some omega 3 gel capsules, but the oil may taste strongly fishy and the capsule contents can be messy. Swallowing it whole is usually easier; ask a pharmacist whether your particular capsule can be opened.
Omega 3 gel capsules do not automatically cause weight gain. They contain oil, so taking more than the recommended amount adds energy to your diet, but a usual serving alone is unlikely to meaningfully change your weight.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
0.12µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.06mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
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 11 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1.2 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.
An Omega 3 gel capsule is a dietary supplement that delivers omega-3 fatty acids in a soft gel shell. The oil inside is typically sourced from fish or algae, so check the product label to see which applies; it is taken rather than prepared as a dish.
People commonly swallow one with a meal, often breakfast or lunch, as part of a daily routine. Its contents are almost entirely oil: the nutrition table lists 100 g of fat per 100 g, with no protein or carbohydrate. Follow the directions on the label for serving size, and ask a health professional if you have questions about whether it fits your diet or circumstances.
Medium
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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
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.