Foods with Fiber

In the previous post, there was a list of the types of food high in fiber; 100% whole wheat foods, fruits and vegetables, beans and nuts.  Below are a few examples of fiber content in foods.  Additional information can be found at the Mayo Clinic.

Goals: men 38 grams per day and women 25 grams per day.

• High fiber cereal (such as All Bran, Shredded Wheat, Raisin Bran): 5-10 grams
• Wheat bread, brown rice or pasta: 3-6 grams
• Apple, orange, pear, berries: 4-5 grams
• Squash or potato: 4-6 grams
• Beans (1/2 cup): 6-10 grams