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Fish oil or plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, supports heart and brain health.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Omega-3 supplement (1200 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, 1.2 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) | 0.6 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 2.4 g | 22 kcal |
| 3 piece (jumbo) | 3.6 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 36 g | 324 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
An omega-3 supplement may support heart and brain health by providing fatty acids such as EPA and DHA. The amount of these active fats matters more than the headline 1200 mg, and a supplement does not treat disease.
Usually not. The 1200 mg commonly refers to the total oil in the capsule, while EPA and DHA make up only part of it. Check the supplement facts panel for the separate EPA and DHA amounts.
Yes, taking an omega-3 supplement with a meal is often easier on the stomach. A meal containing some fat can also support absorption, and taking it with food may reduce fishy-tasting burps.
Common side effects include fishy burps, an unpleasant aftertaste, heartburn, nausea, or loose stools. Taking the capsule with a meal may help. Stop taking it and seek medical advice if you develop a severe or persistent reaction.
It may affect bleeding risk, particularly at higher omega-3 doses. If you take warfarin or another blood-thinning medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist before starting the supplement, and do not change your medication dose yourself.
Neither source is best for everyone. Fish oil commonly provides EPA and DHA, while algae oil is a non-fish source that can provide DHA and sometimes EPA. Compare the listed EPA and DHA amounts rather than the oil’s total weight.
Many people use omega-3 supplements daily, but follow the product’s directions rather than assuming one capsule is right for every formulation. The 1200 mg figure may describe total oil, not the amount of EPA and DHA.
EPA and DHA can lower triglycerides at sufficiently high doses, but a 1200 mg capsule does not necessarily provide that dose. The active-fatty-acid amount matters, and treatment-level dosing should be decided with a healthcare professional.
There is no established best time of day for an omega-3 supplement. Take it with a meal at a time you can remember; pairing it with food may also reduce stomach upset and fishy burps.
Keep the container tightly closed, away from heat and light, and follow any refrigeration directions on its label. A rancid or unusually strong smell or taste can signal that the oil has spoiled; do not use capsules that seem off.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.02mg · 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 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 supplement (1200 mg) provides omega-3 fatty acids, commonly from fish oil or plant sources such as flaxseed. It is often sold as a softgel, though some products come as a liquid. The source and exact composition vary by product, so check the label rather than assuming all omega-3 supplements are alike.
Softgels are usually swallowed with water, while liquid versions can be taken as directed on the package. Many people include one with a meal; it is a concentrated source of fat, with a typical serving of about 1.2 g. Choose the form that suits your routine, and follow the product’s serving instructions.
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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
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.