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High-dose omega-3 fatty acids, typically containing EPA and DHA. Used for heart health, brain function, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Omega-3 supplement (2000 mg, tablet) (2 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 900 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 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) · 2 g
18
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
2g
· 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 | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| 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 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 4 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 20 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 60 g | 540 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
An omega-3 supplement provides fats such as EPA and DHA, which support normal heart and brain function. The amount of EPA and DHA matters: a 2000 mg tablet does not necessarily contain 2000 mg of these fatty acids.
Not necessarily; 2000 mg may refer to the total oil in the tablet, not the amount of EPA and DHA. Check those two amounts on the product information before comparing doses or taking more than directed.
Taking an omega-3 supplement with a meal is often the easiest option. Food may reduce stomach upset or fishy burps, and taking it with a meal containing fat can help absorption for some formulations.
Yes, an omega-3 supplement can generally be taken daily as directed on its packaging. Check the EPA and DHA amounts rather than relying only on the 2000 mg total, and do not exceed the stated serving.
Common side effects of an omega-3 supplement include nausea, loose stools, stomach discomfort, and a fishy aftertaste. Taking the tablet with food may help; stop using it if it smells rancid or unusually strong.
Yes, an omega-3 supplement can cause fishy-tasting burps or an aftertaste. Taking it with a meal may help, and a strongly rancid smell can mean the oil has spoiled, rather than being a normal aftertaste.
No. Fish oil is one source of omega-3, while omega-3 supplements can also come from algae. Check the source and the listed EPA and DHA amounts, since products can differ in both.
It may affect bleeding risk when combined with some blood-thinning medicines, especially at higher doses. If you take an anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicine, ask your doctor before using a 2000 mg omega-3 supplement.
Usually, an omega-3 supplement does not need refrigeration unless its label says otherwise. Keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight, and follow any storage directions after opening.
High-dose, prescription omega-3 products can lower high triglyceride levels, but an over-the-counter 2000 mg supplement is not automatically equivalent. Its EPA and DHA content may be much lower than the total oil amount.
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 18 calories in 1 piece (medium) (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 is an oil-based product taken to add omega-3 fatty acids to the diet. It may be made from sources such as fish oil or algal oil, and can contain EPA and DHA. This version is labelled as a 2000 mg tablet.
Flavour and smell vary by product; fish-oil versions may have a faint fishy taste. People commonly take it with water alongside a meal, following the directions on the label. The nutrition table reflects its oily makeup: it is almost entirely fat, with no protein or carbohydrate listed. Taking it with a meal is a straightforward option, especially for those who do not regularly eat oily fish.
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
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
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.