What is the recommended daily allowance of fiber for children?

Answer 1

The daily "Dietary Reference Intake" for fiber is 19 grams for children ages 1-3 years old, 25 for 4-8, 31 for males 9-13, and 26 for females 9-13. Good sources of fiber include the following:

Whole grains (whole wheat bread, whole grain cereal, bran [like raisin bran], brown rice); berries; black beans; lentils; and split peas. Whole foods in general, like fruits, grains, and vegetables have a good amount of fiber.

Answer 2

Ages 1-3 : 19 grams per day Ages 4-8 : 25 grams per day Boys 9-13 : 31 grams per day Girls 9-13 : 26 grams per day Boys 14-19 : 38 grams per day Girls 14 - 19 : 26 grams per day Note : I found these answers at 'http://www.superkidsnutrition.com/nutrition_answers/mt_howmuchfiber.php'

Answer 3

In 2009, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) significantly increased the recommended daily fiber intake standards and debunked the "age plus five rule." Today's updated guidelines recommend 25 grams of fiber per day for 4-year-old children. Yet in the past, parents were told that 4-year-old children needed just nine grams of fiber - and only 45% of children 4-6 years old were meeting the old guidelines!

Fiber could be considered the unsung hero of a kid's healthy body, but parents often forget about it in the hustle and bustle of life. It's fiber that aids digestion, promotes regularity and relieves constipation. Essentially, it helps kids feel comfortable.AGE/GENDERFIBER (GRAMS)2-3 years194-8 years259-11 years (female)269-11 years (male)31

Answer 4

For children aged 4-6 the RDA for fibre is about 25g, and for children aged 7-10 it is about 27g.

Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Children should have no more then 300mg of fiber daily.