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Citicoline in capsule supplement form
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Citicoline capsule (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 0.7 g
3
KCAL / 0.7G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 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 (whole) | 0.7 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 0.7 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 1.4 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1.4 g | 6 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 2.1 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 2.1 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
A citicoline capsule provides citicoline, a compound the body uses in making choline-containing cell-membrane components and acetylcholine. It is marketed for cognitive support, but taking it does not guarantee better memory or concentration.
A citicoline capsule has not been shown to reliably improve focus or clear brain fog in everyone. Research on cognition is mixed, and brain fog can have many causes that a supplement may not address.
A citicoline capsule can cause headache, stomach upset, diarrhea, or restlessness in some people. Sleep disturbance has also been reported, so taking it earlier in the day may be preferable if it makes you feel more alert.
You can usually take a citicoline capsule at a time that suits your routine, following the product directions. If it seems to interfere with sleep, take it earlier rather than close to bedtime.
Follow the serving instructions for your specific citicoline capsule rather than assuming all products provide the same amount. Research doses vary, and taking more than the product recommends is not a proven way to improve results.
Yes. CDP-choline is another name for citicoline, so the two terms refer to the same compound rather than two different ingredients.
Citicoline and alpha-GPC are different compounds that both provide choline. They are not interchangeable by weight, and evidence for one form should not automatically be treated as evidence for the other.
There is no established need to separate a citicoline capsule from coffee, but both may feel stimulating for some people. If the combination makes you jittery or affects your sleep, reduce the caffeine or take the capsule earlier.
Yes, a citicoline capsule can generally be taken without food. If it causes nausea or other stomach discomfort, taking it with a meal may make it easier to tolerate.
Ask a healthcare professional before using a citicoline capsule during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or alongside regular medication. Safety data in these situations are limited, and medication-specific interactions need individual review.
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 3 calories in 1 piece (whole) (0.7 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.
A citicoline capsule is a dietary supplement containing citicoline in a pre-portioned capsule, rather than an ingredient used in everyday cooking. A typical serving is one capsule, weighing about 0.7 g.
The capsule itself is generally neutral in taste and is usually swallowed with water, not mixed into meals or drinks. The nutrition figures are listed per 100 g, so they describe a much larger quantity than a typical serving; this is a supplement, not a meaningful source of everyday meal nutrition. If you choose to use it, follow the directions on the product label, and check those instructions before opening the capsule or mixing its contents into food.
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 4
Ultra-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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.