How Much Fiber Do You Need?

You know that 95% of Americans don’t get enough fiber, but do you know how much fiber you really need? Depending on gender and age, your needs will vary from 19 grams to 38 grams of fiber a day. As a reference, a cup of cooked brown rice delivers 3.5 grams and a cup of spinach doesn’t even hit one gram!

No matter what type of diet plan you follow, chances are you could use a boost of fiber.

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that women need 28 grams from ages 19 to 50, while men need 38 grams during that stage of life. (Nutritional needs changes slightly after age 50.) The benefits of getting adequate amounts of fiber? You’ll help support gut health, mood, heart health and other aspects of health.*

Learn how to add 5 grams of fiber to your day, in an easy and tasty way.