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Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Wonder Laboratories

Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Wonder Laboratories with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for source of fiber and omega-3 fats, digestive health and regularity, heart health and cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Chia Oil” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (1,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This softgel contains 1000 mg of chia seed oil, which is made up of three active ingredients: linoleic acid, oleic acid, and alpha-linolenic acid. These are fatty acids — the key components that give chia seed oil its nutritional profile.

The capsule also contains gelatin, glycerin, and natural caramel color as inactive ingredients to hold everything together.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Oleic Acid's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Oleic Acid for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Coronary heart disease (CHD) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Hypercholesterolemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we have covers oleic acid, one of the active ingredients in this product. Oleic acid is possibly effective for high cholesterol and coronary heart disease.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for the other two active ingredients or for chia seed oil as a whole product, so we can't speak to how the complete formula performs.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chia Oleic Acid

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Oleic acid is generally recognized as safe in the amounts you'd eat from foods like olive oil. However, concentrated supplement doses of oleic acid aren't well studied during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so the safety data isn't clear at supplement-level amounts.

There are no adverse effects listed in the data we hold. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning either before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chia Oleic Acid

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Oleic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take any antidiabetes drugs (medications that lower blood sugar like metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin), double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product — oleic acid may increase their effect, which could lower your blood sugar too much.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg is worth considering if you're interested in omega fatty acids, and the oleic acid in it has some evidence for heart and cholesterol support. If you take any antidiabetes medication, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist first — the oleic acid could increase how those drugs work.

Anyone pregnant or breastfeeding should also talk it over with their healthcare provider before starting.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 19, 2021.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Wonder Laboratories
Net contents 120 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 260886
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
120
IngredientAmount% DV
Linoleic Acid150 mg--
Oleic Acid50 mg--
Alpha-Linolenic Acid600 mg--
Chia Oil1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, natural Caramel color

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults, take one (1) softgel two times daily, preferably with meals.

Precautions

Tamper Evident: Do not use this product if imprinted foil seal under cap is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: If you are pregnant or nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Formulation

Mfg. in an FDA Registered Facility using Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration for maximum bioavailability.

Chia Oil's Omega blend nutritionally contributes to the health of the heart, nerves and immune system

Gluten Free

Contains no artificial flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no starch, no sugar, no milk, no lactose, no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish and is sodium free.

Made in USA

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees-86 degrees F (15 degrees to 30 degrees C).

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General Statements

Formula 907

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Chia Oil

No known
interactions
1000 mg per serving

Chia seeds are a nutritious whole food rich in fiber, plant-based omega-3 fats (ALA), and protein. They are generally safe as part of a healthy diet,...

Chia Oil monograph & interactions
  • › Linoleic Acid
  • › Oleic Acid
  • › Alpha-Linolenic Acid

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Natural Caramel color. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg, from the product label.

Wonder Laboratories

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Name
Wonder Laboratories
Street Address
115 S.C.T. Ct.
City
White House
State
TN
ZipCode
37188
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Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg by Wonder Laboratories interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is chia seed oil safe to take if I'm pregnant?
The amounts of oleic acid in regular foods are considered safe, but supplement-level doses haven't been studied well enough in pregnancy to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you during pregnancy — they can weigh the benefits against what's known about your individual situation.
Will this help my cholesterol or heart health?
Oleic acid, one of the three active ingredients, is possibly effective for high cholesterol and coronary heart disease based on the evidence we have. We don't have effectiveness data for the other ingredients or for the complete chia seed oil formula.
What are the three active ingredients doing in here?
All three — linoleic acid, oleic acid, and alpha-linolenic acid — are fatty acids that naturally occur in chia seeds. Oleic acid is the one with documented research showing it may help with cholesterol and heart health. We don't have effectiveness information on file for the other two.
Are there any fillers in this softgel?
The capsule itself is made from gelatin, glycerin, and natural caramel color — these are inactive ingredients that hold the oil together. There are no other fillers listed.
What side effects should I watch for?
We don't have any adverse effects listed in our data for this product. If you experience anything unusual after starting it, let your doctor or pharmacist know.

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Sources & How We Checked

Chia Seed Oil 1000 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 13 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Oleic Acid 1 reference
  1. Madigan C, Ryan M, Owens D, et al. Dietary unsaturated fatty acids in type 2 diabetes: higher levels of postprandial lipoprotein on a linoleic acid-rich sunflower oil diet compared with an oleic acid-rich olive oil diet. Diabetes Care 2000;23:1472-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Oleic Acid monograph →

Chia 12 references
  1. Kolonel LN, Nomura AM, Cooney RV. Dietary fat and prostate cancer: current status. J Natl Cancer Inst 1999;91:414-28. PubMed
  2. Ramon JM, Bou R, Romea S, et al. Dietary fat intake and prostate cancer risk: a case-control study in Spain. Cancer Causes Control 2000;11:679-85. PubMed
  3. De Stefani E, Deneo-Pellegrini H, Boffetta P, et al. Alpha-linolenic acid and risk of prostate cancer: a case-control study in Uruguay. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2000;9:335-8.
  4. Giovannucci E, Rimm EB, Colditz GA, et al. A prospective study of dietary fat and risk of prostate cancer. J Natl Cancer Inst 1993;85:1571-9. PubMed
  5. Laaksonen DE, Laukkanen JA, Niskanen L, et al. Serum linoleic and total polyunsaturated fatty acids in relation to prostate and other cancers: a population-based cohort study. Int J Cancer 2004;111:444-50.. PubMed
  6. Leitzmann MF, Stampfer MJ, Michaud DS, et al. Dietary intake of n-3 and n-6 fatty acids and the risk of prostate cancer. Am J Clin Nutr 2004;80:204-16. PubMed
  7. Brouwer IA, Katan MB, Zock PL. Dietary alpha-linolenic acid is associated with reduced risk of fatal coronary heart disease, but increased prostate cancer risk: a meta-analysis. J Nutr 2004;134:919-22.
  8. Chavarro JE, Stampfer MJ, Li H, et al. A prospective study of polyunsaturated fatty acid levels in blood and prostate cancer risk. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2007;16:1364-70. PubMed
  9. Brouwer IA, Geleijnse JM, Klaasen VM, Smit LA, Giltay EJ, de Goede J, Heijboer AC, Kromhout D, Katan MB. Effect of alpha linolenic acid supplementation on serum prostate specific antigen (PSA): results from the alpha omega trial. PLoS One. 2013 Dec 11;8(1 PubMed
  10. García Jiménez S, Pastor Vargas C, de las Heras M, Sanz Maroto A, Vivanco F, Sastre J. Allergen characterization of chia seeds (Salvia hispanica), a new allergenic food. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2015;25(1):55-6.
  11. Vuksan V, Jenkins AL, Brissette C, et al. Salba-chia (Salvia hispanica L.) in the treatment of overweight and obese patients with type 2 diabetes: a double-blind randomized controlled trial. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2017;27(2):138-46. PubMed
  12. Zbinden-Foncea H, Ramos-Navarro C, Hevia-Larraín V, et al. Neither Chia Flour nor Whey Protein Supplementation Further Improves Body Composition or Strength Gains after a Resistance Training Program in Young Subjects with a Habitual High Daily Protein Int

See these in context on the Chia monograph →

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