Benefiber
What are Benefiber Supplements?
Benefiber contains wheat dextrin, a natural soluble fiber.
Benefiber contains a 100% natural fiber. It's taste-free, sugar-free, dissolves completely in noncarbonated beverages and soft foods, and won't thicken.
The American Dietetic Association recommends that Americans get 20-35 grams of fiber a day from plant foods, including both soluble and insoluble fiber. However, most Americans get only half this amount. Incorporating Benefiber in a healthy diet can help ensure adequate fiber intake.
You can mix Benefiber Powder into any hot or cold beverage such as water, coffee, or juice; into soft foods such as applesauce, pudding or yogurt; or cook with it in recipes for such foods as muffins, sauces or soups, and it won't affect the taste or consistency. Benefiber Powder is not recommended for carbonated beverages. You can cook with Benefiber without altering the beneficial effects of the fiber and without changing the taste or consistency of the food.
Benefiber Powder, which contains less than 20 ppm of gluten and is therefore considered "gluten-free," based on both the FDA and the Codex Alimentarius Commission's proposed definition of less than 20 ppm. However, people who experience gluten intolerance should not consume any products, including Benefiber, that contain any level of gluten unless otherwise directed by their doctor.
Benefiber Dosage and Administration
Benefiber Powder
Benefiber Powder:
- Non-thickening powder
- Sugar-free
- Flavor-free
- Also available in orange flavor
- Flavor-free powder can be used in cooking
- Dissolves completely in beverages (not recommended for carbonated beverages) and soft foods
- Ingredient: Wheat dextrin
- Benefiber Orange also conatains Wheat dextrin, citric acid, natural orange flavor, potassium citrate, aspartame, gum acacia, acesulfame potassium, maltodextrin, lactose (milk), triglycerides, sucrose acetate isobutyrate (adds a trivial amount of sugar), modified cornstarch, yellow 6, red 40
Directions: Stir 2 teaspoons of Benefiber into 4-8 oz of any non-carbonated beverage or soft food (hot or cold). Stir well until dissolved.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 2 teaspoons three times daily |
| 6 to 11 years | 1 teaspoon three times daily |
| Under 6 years | Ask your doctor before use |
Benefiber Powder Plus Calcium
Benefiber Powder Plus Calcium:
- a source of calcium
- Non-thickening powder
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, calcium gluconate, calcium lactate, potassium citrate
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Stir 1 level tablespoon of Benefiber into 8 oz of any non-carbonated beverage or soft food (hot or cold). Stir well until dissolved. Do not exceed one serving daily. Do not bring to a boil.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 1 level tablespoon - do not exceed one serving daily |
| 6 to 11 years | 1 level tablespoon - do not exceed one serving daily |
| Under 6 years | Ask your doctor before use |
Do not use if:
- You have kidney disease
- You have heart disease
- You are on a potassium-restricted diet
Consult a doctor before using if:
- You are being treated for high blood pressure
- You are pregnant or nursing
Benefiber Plus Heart Health Powder
Benefiber Plus Heart Health Powder:
- Non-thickening powder
- Sugar-free
- Source of vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, modified food starch, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), folic acid, sodium citrate, citric acid, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, sorbic acid, cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Stir 2 teaspoons of Benefiber into 4-8 oz of your favorite non-carbonated beverage or soft food (hot or cold). Stir well until dissolved.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 2 teaspoons three times daily. Do not exceed 6 teaspoons per day. |
| 6 to 11 years | 1 teaspoon three 3 times daily. Do not exceed 3 teaspoons per day. |
| Under 6 years | Ask your doctor before use. |
Benefiber Powder for Children
Benefiber Powder for Children:
- Non-thickening powder
- Sugar-free
- Ingredient: Wheat dextrin
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Stir 2 teaspoons of Benefiber into 4-8 oz of any non-carbonated beverage or soft food (hot or cold). Stir well until dissolved.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 2 teaspoons three times daily |
| 4 to 11 years | 1 teaspoon three times daily |
| Under 4 years | Ask your doctor before use |
Benefiber Orange Crème Chewables
Benefiber Orange Crème Chewables:
- Artificially flavored
- Sugar-free
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, sorbitol, corn starch, microcrystalline cellulose, dextrates, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor (soy), magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, sucralose, yellow 6 aluminum lake, aspartame, acesulfame potassium
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Adults - Chew 3 tablets up to three times daily to supplement the fiber content of your diet.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 3 tablets up to three times daily |
| 6 to 11 years | 1½ tablets up to three times daily |
| Under 6 years | Ask a doctor before use |
Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine
Benefiber Assorted Fruit Chewables
Benefiber Assorted Fruit Chewables:
- Artificially flavored
- Sugar-free
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, sorbitol, corn starch, microcrystalline cellulose, dextrates, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor (soy), magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, sucralose, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, blue 1 lake
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Adults - Chew 3 tablets up to three times daily to supplement the fiber content of your diet.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 3 tablets up to three times daily |
| 6 to 11 years | 1½ tablets up to three times daily |
| Under 6 years | Ask a doctor before use |
Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine
Benefiber Plus Calcium Chewables
Benefiber Plus Calcium Chewables:
- Artificially flavored
- Sugar-free
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, sorbitol, corn starch, calcium carbonate, microcrystalline cellulose, dextrates, citric acid, artificial flavors (soy), maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, powdered cellulose, silicon dioxide, mineral oil, sucralose, red 40 aluminum lake, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, blue 1 aluminium lake
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Adults - Chew 3 tablets up to 3 times daily to supplement the fiber content of your diet.
| Age | Servings |
|---|---|
| 12 years to adult | 3 tablets up to three times daily. Do not exceed 9 tablets per day |
| 6 to 11 years | 1½ tablets up to three times daily. Do not exceed 4½ tablets per day |
| Under 6 years | Ask a doctor before use |
Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine
Benefiber Caplets
Benefiber Caplets:
- Easy to use
- 3 caplets per serving
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Adults - Take 3 caplets up to 3 times daily to supplement the fiber content of your diet. Swallow with liquid. Do not exceed 9 caplets per day.
Benefiber Plus Heart Health Caplets
Benefiber Plus Heart Health Caplets:
- Source of vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid
- Ingredients: Wheat dextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide, modified food starch, pyridoxine hydrochloride, (vitamin B6), sodium citrate, citric acid, folic acid, sodium benzoate, sorbic acid, cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
- Gluten-free (less than 20 ppm gluten)
Directions: Adults - Take 3 caplets up to three times daily to supplement the fiber content of your diet. Swallow with liquid. Do not exceed 9 caplets per day.
Benefiber Safety Information
Benefiber is generally well-tolerated and has an excellent safety profile.
Keep out of reach of children.
If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, ask a health professional before use.
Benefiber Storage
Benefiber has a shelf life of 2 years. Store at a controlled room temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from moisture. Be sure to check each package for additional information and for expiration date.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.