Dietitians Pick 4 High-Fiber Whole Grains as 95% of U.S. Adults Miss Fiber Targets
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Updated · TODAY · Jun 17
Dietitians Pick 4 High-Fiber Whole Grains as 95% of U.S. Adults Miss Fiber Targets
2 articles · Updated · TODAY · Jun 17
Summary
Bulgur, barley, oats and Buckwheat were identified by dietitians as the top whole grains for boosting fiber intake, with bulgur leading at about 8 grams per cooked cup.
The advice targets a broad shortfall: an estimated 95% of U.S. adults do not meet recommended fiber intake, even though most adults should get roughly 25 to 38 grams a day.
Barley delivers about 6 grams of fiber per serving, while oats provide about 4 grams per half-cup dry and buckwheat about 4.5 grams per cooked serving.
Dietitians said whole grains support digestion, gut bacteria, cholesterol control, blood sugar and satiety, and advised choosing products labeled 'whole' or marked 100% whole grain.
The broader message is to raise fiber through plant foods rather than supplements, with U.S. dietary guidelines recommending two to four servings of whole grains daily.