fiber
 

I know how many grams of protein I need, and where to stay on target for carbs and saturated fat. But what I don't know is how many grams of fiber a day is a good goal. Are they any guidelines for this that anyone knows of or what the daily goal should be? Thanks.

According to webmd.com, 25 grams per day for women and 38 grams per day for men. Start slowly to add fiber, so you can increase fiber gradually. Some sources are vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and beans. Nutrition labels on foods will list fiber grams.

Here is a list of a few sites the may provide you with a good starting point for the % Daily Value

subject "Recommended Daily value % of nutrients"

CAN - GOVT site
The % Daily Value (Percent daily value) - Nutrition Labelling - Food and Nutrition - Health Canada

US - FDA
Guidance for Industry: A Food Labeling Guide (14. Appendix F: Calculate the Percent Daily Value for the Appropriate Nutrients)

US - Department of Health & Human Services -National Institutes of Health

Daily Values (DVs)

Table - FDA

Guidance for Industry: A Food Labeling Guide (14. Appendix F: Calculate the Percent Daily Value for the Appropriate Nutrients)

Top 10 Foods Highest in Fibre
Top 10 Foods Highest in Fiber

Taking fibers in diet is good for health. You can grab the nutrition and proper digestive functions which can control your weight.