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Rich in Omega-3 and Omega-6, plant-based oil supplement
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Solgar Flaxseed Oil 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 | 0.11 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 |
| 2 piece (large) | 2.4 g | 22 kcal |
| 3 piece (jumbo) | 3.6 g | 32 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 6 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 60 g | 540 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Solgar flaxseed oil capsules provide ALA, a plant-based omega-3 fatty acid. The body converts only a limited amount of ALA into EPA and DHA, so the capsules are not nutritionally equivalent to fish oil.
Swallow Solgar flaxseed oil capsules whole with water and follow the directions on the product packaging. The amount in each capsule and the suggested serving can vary, so do not increase how much you take based on another product’s instructions.
No, Solgar flaxseed oil capsules are not a direct replacement for fish oil. Flaxseed oil mainly supplies ALA, while fish oil supplies EPA and DHA; the body converts only a small amount of ALA into those other omega-3 fats.
Taking Solgar flaxseed oil capsules with a meal is a practical choice and may reduce stomach discomfort for some people. Follow the package directions, and if you notice nausea or indigestion, try taking the capsule alongside food.
No, do not use Solgar flaxseed oil capsules for frying or other high-heat cooking. Flaxseed oil is sensitive to heat, and the capsules are intended to be taken as a supplement rather than used as cooking oil.
Keep Solgar flaxseed oil capsules in their closed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Exposure to warmth, light, and air can damage oils, so avoid storing them beside a stove or in a damp bathroom.
It is better to swallow Solgar flaxseed oil capsules whole unless the package specifically says otherwise. Opening a capsule exposes its oil to air and light, and the product is designed to be taken as a capsule.
Solgar flaxseed oil capsules can cause digestive symptoms such as nausea, stomach discomfort, or loose stools in some people. Avoid them if you are allergic to flaxseed or a capsule ingredient, and stop taking them if you develop a significant reaction.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking Solgar flaxseed oil capsules with a blood-thinning medicine. Supplements can affect how medicines work, and a healthcare professional can assess the combination alongside your medication and health history.
No, Solgar flaxseed oil capsules are not a weight-loss product and should not be expected to cause weight loss on their own. Taking the supplement does not replace eating habits and other lifestyle changes that support weight management.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.01mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.01mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.01mg · 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.
Solgar flaxseed oil capsules contain oil made from flaxseed in a convenient capsule form. Unlike liquid flaxseed oil, they are swallowed rather than poured over food, so there is no pronounced seed-like flavour to work into a dish. The oil is plant-based and provides omega-3 and omega-6 fats; nutritionally, it is all fat, with no protein, carbohydrate or fibre.
People commonly take the capsule with water as part of a daily routine, often alongside a meal, though it is not a food in the way a breakfast ingredient or cooking oil is. Follow the directions on the product label rather than treating it as a substitute for a varied diet. If you already use other supplements or want to fit it into a particular eating plan, check that choice with a qualified health professional.
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
✓ 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
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.