John Myers
How much fiber does the body need per day?
Adequate intake of fiber can protect against obesity, heart disease, and gastrointestinal problems.
- There is only a minimum value for fiber, but no limit. You should consume at least 30 g per day – a value that less than a quarter of Germans reach.
- Fruits and vegetables, nuts, and whole grain products are particularly rich in fiber.
- Animal products do not contain any fiber, and neither do juices. Smoothies are still being discussed. So don’t rely solely on pureed beverages to meet your fiber needs.
- You can easily meet and exceed the recommended amount of fiber by swapping out some foods for ones that are higher in fiber.
- Instead of two slices of toast in the morning, you can eat more than twice the amount of fiber with two slices of wholemeal bread at breakfast.
- Or you can opt for oatmeal and nut-based granola instead of the sugary cornflakes. Add a piece of fruit, for example, an apple, and you are a whole lot closer to your limit.
- If you now replace your pasta with whole grain pasta and eat it with a large portion of vegetables, you will quickly reach 30 g.
