How much fiber does your child need?

 

We know that most children do not get enough fiber. This is probably because most children do not eat enough fruits, vegetables, legumes and 100% whole grains. So, how much fiber do kids need?  Read about foods high in dietary fiber or use our nutrient tool!

 

Here are the most recent daily recommendations from the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI’s):

 

 

Fiber recommendations per day*:	grams
Children 1 to 3 years old	19
Children 4 to 8 years old	25
Boys 9 to 13 years old	31
Girls 9 to 13 years old	26
Adults ( depending on calorie intake)	25

 

Daily Fiber Dietary Needs By Calorie Requirement

 

 

Easy Dietary Fiber Estimator*
Daily calorie needs	Daily dietary  fiber needs
1000	14 grams
1200	17 grams
1400	20 grams
1600	22 grams
1800	25 grams
2000	28 grams
2200	31 grams
2400	34 grams
2600	36 grams
2800	39 grams
3000	42 grams