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Is fiber important in a child’s diet? How much fiber does a toddler, pre-teen and teen need in their diet?
Fiber is important in preventing constipation, enhancing the sense of fullness of a meal and can even help with lowering blood cholesterol levels. The American Heart Association offers the following fiber recommendation for kids:
- 19 grams of fiber per day for children ages 1-3
- 25 grams per day for children ages 4-8
- 26-31 grams per day for children ages 9-13
- 29-38 grams per day for children 14 and up
These fiber needs can be met by offering whole grain foods at each meal, and plenty of fruits, veggies and nuts.
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