Quick Tip of the Week

Fabulous Fiber Foods: Add These to Your Diet

How much fiber do you need? The recommendation is for somewhere between 25-35 grams per day. The average American consumes only about 15 grams daily.

So, where do you find fiber? Here's a list of some of the top fabulous fiber foods.

  • Figs, dried ½ cup 6 grams
  • Blackberries 1 c 8 grams
  • Blueberries 1 c 4 grams
  • Pear 1 med 6 grams
  • Black beans 1 c 15 grams
  • Lentils, cooked 1c 16 grams
  • Popcorn, air popped 3 c 4 grams
  • WW spaghetti 1 c 6 grams
  • Brown rice 1 c 4 grams
  • Green peas 1 c 14 grams
  • Cooked spinach 1 c 4 grams
  • Almonds 1 ounce 4 grams
  • Sesame seeds ¼ cup 4 grams
  • Acorn squash 1 c 9 grams
  • Cauliflower or
  • Broccoli, cooked 1 c 5 grams
  • Sweet/ russet potato 1 med 4 grams
  • Avocado ½ fruit 9 grams
  • Edamame, frozen 1 c 6 grams