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Omega-3 fatty acid supplement, heart health, brain function, anti-inflammatory
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Omega3 supplement 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 g | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 2 g | 18 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 2.4 g | 22 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 3.6 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 36 g | 324 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Choose an omega3 supplement capsule by checking how much EPA and DHA it provides per serving, not just the total amount of oil. Also check the source and freshness information; products can vary considerably in their omega-3 content.
Omega3 supplement capsules may lower triglycerides, but the effect depends on the EPA and DHA amount. The high doses used to treat very high triglycerides are typically prescription products, so do not substitute an over-the-counter capsule for prescribed care.
Yes, you can take an omega3 supplement capsule with coffee. Taking it alongside a meal may be gentler on your stomach and reduce fishy aftertaste; coffee itself does not stop the body from absorbing omega-3 fats.
Not always; an omega3 supplement capsule should be stored according to its package instructions. Keep it away from heat, light, and moisture, and refrigerate it after opening only if the manufacturer recommends it.
Yes, the oil in an omega3 supplement capsule can oxidize and become rancid. A strong stale or unpleasant smell, leaking, or capsules that stick together are reasons not to use it; check the expiry date and storage directions.
Omega3 supplement capsules can be used during pregnancy, but the source and formulation matter; some products, such as cod liver oil, may contain substantial vitamin A. Ask your prenatal care provider which product is appropriate for you.
Yes, an omega3 supplement capsule can leave a fishy aftertaste or cause fishy-smelling burps, especially if it is taken without food. Taking it with a meal may help; persistent unpleasant odor can also be a sign of stale oil.
Yes, algae-based omega3 supplement capsules get their omega-3s from algae rather than fish. They can provide DHA, and some provide EPA too; check the product details because the types and amounts vary.
Usually, yes: you can pierce an omega3 supplement capsule and mix its oil into food, unless the package says otherwise. The oil may taste strongly of fish, so use it immediately rather than leaving it exposed to air.
Yes, an omega3 supplement capsule can cause heartburn, indigestion, or nausea in some people. Taking it with food and avoiding it right before lying down may help; stop taking it if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
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 Omega3 supplement capsule contains oil providing omega-3 fatty acids, usually from fish, though some products use algae oil. It is a packaged supplement rather than a food prepared as part of a meal, and is generally swallowed whole with water. Check the label to see which source the particular product uses.
The capsule itself has little taste, though some products may leave a fishy aftertaste. People commonly take it alongside a meal as part of a daily routine. Nutritionally, its contents are almost entirely fat: the supplied figures list 100 g of fat per 100 g. Follow the directions on the pack, and if you prefer a plant-based source, look for an algae-oil version.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
0.36g
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.