The "American Dietetic Association" recommends a daily fiber intake of 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. It is possible to meet these requirements by eating the right amounts of fiber-rich foods, for example fruits, vegetables, grains and beans. However, a fiber supplement like Benefiber can also be incorporated easily into most diets to help meet the recommended amounts. Benefiber is a non-thickening, odorless, tasteless soluble fiber supplement. Eating plenty of soluble fiber may help to lower your risk of high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease, among other benefits. Benefiber is popular, in part, because it dissolves into any liquid or soft food without changing the food's taste or texture.
Step 1
Fill glass with as much water or juice as desired. Benefiber is also easily added to soft food, such as yogurt or pudding.
Step 2
Add one serving, which is two teaspoons, of Benefiber powder to the glass of water or juice. Stir a bit with spoon, if desired. It often dissolves very quickly even without stirring.
Step 3
Drink the liquid and added Benefiber, which adds 3.5 grams of soluble fiber per serving, according to benefiber.com.
Tips and Warnings
- Benefiber.com explains that benefiber can be added to cooked foods as well, without decreasing its benefit. Benefiber powder also comes in flavored varieties, some of which are packaged in single servings, making it very convenient to take anywhere.
- According to benefiber.com, adding Benefiber powder to carbonated beverages is not recommended. While Benefiber is advertised as gluten-free, some people may be sensitive to it, as it is derived from wheat. People with gluten intolerance or wheat allergy should speak to their doctor first before adding Benefiber to to the diet. Benefiber is well tolerated by many people; however, it is best to consult with your own doctor to know best if supplementing your diet with Benefiber is right for you.
Things You'll Need
- 2 teaspoons Original Benefiber powder
- Drinking glass
- Water or juice
- Spoon
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