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What fiber benchmark does ADA give per 1,000 calories?

At least 14 grams of fiber.

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  1. 4 grams
  2. 14 grams ✔
  3. 40 grams

Why: ADA recommends high-fiber carbohydrate sources with at least 14 grams of fiber per 1,000 calories. A dietitian can turn this general benchmark into a personal food plan.

Huh, didn't know that: ADA pairs this benchmark with choosing minimally processed, nutrient-dense carbohydrate foods.

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Answer: 14 grams. ADA recommends high-fiber carbohydrate sources with at least 14 grams of fiber per 1,000 calories. A dietitian can turn this general benchmark into a personal food plan.

  1. ADA Standards of Care 2026, Section 5 pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12690188
    high-fiber sources of carbohydrate (at least 14 g fiber per 1,000 kcal)
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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