15 Whole Grains High in Fiber
Whole grains are rich in nutrients and have high levels of bran, giving them high amounts of fiber. When whole grains are refined, for example processing wholemeal flour into white flour or brown rice to white rice, most of the fiber (along with other important nutrients) is removed.
Bulgur (made from whole wheat) has the most fiber of all grains with 8.2 grams (33% DV) per cup. Other grains high in fiber include kamut, teff, pearl barley, quinoa, whole-wheat pasta, buckwheat, oatmeal, whole wheat bread, and brown rice. The current daily value (%DV) for fiber is 25 grams. (2)
Below is a list of 15 grains high in fiber ranked by the amount of fiber per cup cooked. To sort the list by 100 gram or 200 calorie serving sizes, see the nutrient ranking tool list of grains high in fiber.
Grains High in Fiber
#1: Bulgur (Cracked Wheat)
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 8g (33% DV) | 5g (18% DV) | 11g (43% DV) |
#2: Kamut (Khorasan - Wheat)
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 7g (30% DV) | 4g (17% DV) | 7g (26% DV) |
#3: Teff
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 7g (28% DV) | 3g (11% DV) | 6g (22% DV) |
#4: Pearl Barley
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 6g (24% DV) | 4g (15% DV) | 6g (25% DV) |
#5: Quinoa
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5g (21% DV) | 3g (11% DV) | 5g (19% DV) |
#6: Whole Wheat Pasta
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5g (18% DV) | 4g (16% DV) | 5g (21% DV) |
#7: Buckwheat
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5g (18% DV) | 3g (11% DV) | 6g (23% DV) |
#8: Oatmeal
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4g (16% DV) | 2g (7% DV) | 5g (19% DV) |
#9: Whole Wheat Bread
| Fiber per 2 Slices | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4g (15% DV) | 6g (24% DV) | 5g (19% DV) |
#10: Brown Rice
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4g (14% DV) | 2g (7% DV) | 3g (13% DV) |
#11: Wild Rice
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3g (12% DV) | 2g (7% DV) | 4g (14% DV) |
#12: Millet
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2g (9% DV) | 1g (5% DV) | 2g (9% DV) |
#13: Couscous
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2g (9% DV) | 1g (6% DV) | 2g (10% DV) |
#14: Cornmeal (Grits)
| Fiber per Cup | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2g (8% DV) | 1g (3% DV) | 2g (9% DV) |
#15: Bran
| Fiber per Tablespoon | Fiber per 100g | Fiber per 200 Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2g (6% DV) | 21g (84% DV) | 13g (53% DV) |
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Next ➞How much fiber do you need each day?
The percent daily value (%DV) for fiber is 25 grams per day (2) and the adequate intake (AI) for adults is 38 grams per day. (3)
The Percent Daily Value (%DV) is shown on food labels to help the "average" consumer compare foods, while the adequate intake (AI) is meant to give people a more accurate daily target by age and gender. In this case, the daily value for fiber is probably set too low and should be revised higher by the FDA.
Here is the breakout of the adequate intake by age and gender for fiber: (3)
- 1-3 years old: 19g/day
- 4-8 years old: 25g/day
- Boys 9-13 years old: 31g/day
- Boys 14-18 years old: 38g/day
- Girls 9-18 years old: 26g/day
- Men 19-50 years old: 38g/day
- Men 50+ years old: 30g/day
- Women 19-50 years old: 25g/day
- Women 50+ years old: 21g/day
- Pregnant and Lactating Women: 28-29g/day
Differences in fiber requirements between men and women are established based on estimated energy needs, and data which suggests the amount of fiber required for protection against cardiovascular disease. In other words, men need to consume more fiber to gain the health benefits.(3)
From the Nutrient Ranking Tool
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