EXPLORE A NUTRIENT
Fiber
Discover how amounts vary across foods, on a shared basis for comparison.
Understand this nutrient ↓What is it?
A dietary-fiber fraction defined by its reported analytical category; it contains multiple molecules. [1]
A conceptual representation, not a molecular structure.
Description, source and attribution
A conceptual grouping, not a molecular structure. This reporting category contains multiple components or represents a calculated quantity.
Original Bitameans conceptual/fallback artwork; not a chemical structure. Source · Reuse terms
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A COMMON BASIS
Foods, per 100 g
186 foods with data 20 not reported, excluded from ranking
- Tamarind
Raw tamarind, edible pulp.
5.1 g - Taro
Taro, cooked, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
5.1 g - Breadfruit
Breadfruit, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
4.9 g - Jicama
Yambean (jicama), raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
4.9 g - Bulgur
Cooked bulgur; added salt/fat not specified in the source description.
4.5 g - Gooseberry
Gooseberries, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
4.3 g - Cashews
Raw cashew kernels, as described by USDA.
4.104 g - Kale
Kale, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
4.1 g - Collard greens
Collards, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
4 g - Hulled hemp seeds
Seeds, hemp seed, hulled, exactly as identified by USDA.
4 g - Pomegranate
Pomegranates, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
4 g - Yam
Yam, cooked, boiled, drained, or baked, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
3.9 g
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UNDERSTAND THE DATA
What it means for your diet
These sources explain dietary fiber and carbohydrate in foods. Soluble, insoluble, beta-glucan and analytical fiber fractions remain distinct; a benefit described for dietary fiber in general is not proof for every isolated fiber ingredient or dose.
Ranking amounts describe foods, not supplement doses. A high rank does not mean you should consume more. Source recommendations and cautions retain their original population and scope.
Dietary Fiber [1]
Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine. Original health-topic summary, reproduced with attribution.
Fiber is a substance in plants. Dietary fiber is the kind you eat. It's a type of carbohydrate. You may also see it listed on a food label as soluble fiber or insoluble fiber. Both types have important health benefits.
Good sources of dietary fiber include:
- Whole grains
- Nuts and seeds
- Fruit and vegetables
Dietary fiber adds bulk to your diet and makes you feel full faster, helping you control your weight. It helps digestion and helps prevent constipation. Most Americans don't eat enough dietary fiber. But add it to your diet slowly. Increasing dietary fiber too quickly can lead to gas, bloating, and cramps.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Identity and structure sources
- USDA FoodData Central: Foundation Foods Documentation · Accessed 2026-09-13