FAQs
Your questions, answered.
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General FAQ
What type of fiber is in Benefiber products?
There are four types of fiber used in all Benefiber products: wheat dextrin, inulin, soluble corn fiber, and partially hydrolyzed guar gum. Wheat dextrin is used in Benefiber Original, Stick Packs, Chewables, Caplets, and Healthy Shape, while PHGG, or partially hydrolyzed guar gum, from the guar plant seed is found in Benefiber Advanced Digestive Health Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics. Inulin is used in Benefiber Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Stick Packs and Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs. Inulin and soluble corn fiber is used in Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies and Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies.
Do wheat dextrin and PHGG contain gluten?
All Benefiber powder products contain less than 20ppm of gluten and are considered gluten-free, based on the FDA definition of less than 20ppm. 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 is a prebiotic fiber. What does that mean?
Benefiber is a prebiotic fiber that nourishes the good microflora inside your digestive system. We also offer Dual Action Biotics, including fiber supplements that contain both probiotics and prebiotics.
What is the benefit of taking a prebiotic if I’m already taking a probiotic?
Daily intake of a prebiotic will nourish and support probiotics, also known as the good microflora. Learn more about the benefits of prebiotic fiber here.
What are microflora?
Trillions of microflora, or bacteria, live inside of your digestive system. These microflora help support your digestive health.
What foods and drinks are Benefiber friendly?
You can mix Benefiber unflavored powder products into all of your favorite hot or cold drinks such as water, coffee, or juice and into soft foods such as applesauce, pudding, or yogurt. You can also create fiber-rich recipes with it, such as muffins, sauces or soups, without affecting the taste or consistency of the food. Benefiber powder products are not recommended for carbonated beverages.
Does cooking with Benefiber powder alter its effects in any way?
Benefiber is a clear, taste-free, and completely dissolvable fiber supplement that is non-thickening, so you can cook with Benefiber Original powder without affecting it, and without changing the taste or consistency of your food.‡ Bon appétit!
How much fiber do I need every day?
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends that American adults get a daily fiber intake of 21 - 38 grams from plant foods, including both soluble and insoluble fiber.1 However, most Americans get only half this amount! Adding Benefiber to a healthy diet can help you make sure you get adequate fiber and promotes good digestive health.*
How long do Benefiber products stay fresh?
Benefiber has a shelf life of 2 years. Just store at a room temperature of 68°- 77°F (20°- 25°C) and be sure to check each Benefiber package for additional information and expiration date.
Where can I find Benefiber?
Interested in trying Benefiber? You can use our Product Locator to find Benefiber products online or in a store near you.
Can I use an HSA or FSA to buy Benefiber products?
You can use your HSA and FSA tax-preferred savings account to purchase certain OTC products including Benefiber. The passage of the CARES Act by Congress includes provisions to restore OTC eligibility under tax-preferred HSA and FSA accounts. Your plan details may vary, so save your receipt and check with your benefits or health provider for eligibility.
Source: https://www.chpa.org/Monograph_FSA_CARES.aspx
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Benefiber Original Powder and Benefiber Stick Packs
What is Benefiber Original Powder?
Benefiber Original Powder is a clear, taste-free plant-based prebiotic fiber made with wheat dextrin that nourishes the good bacteria inside your digestive system.* You can get all the same plant-based prebiotic benefits as Benefiber Original Powder on-the-go with single-serve Benefiber Stick Packs.
How is Benefiber Original different from other fiber supplements?
Unlike some other fiber supplements, Benefiber dissolves completely in most foods and beverages without changing the taste and texture.‡ Benefiber Original contains plant-based prebiotic fiber.
Is Benefiber Original powder flavored?
Benefiber Original powder is a clear, taste-free, and completely dissolvable‡ plant-based fiber supplement that can be added to most foods and beverages without changing taste and texture.
If you want some flavor, we now offer our stick packs in Strawberry Lemonade flavor. It’s inulin-based fiber, now with a great taste.
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Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Stick Packs Strawberry Lemonade Flavored
Are Benefiber Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Stick Packs suitable for vegetarians?
Yes! Benefiber Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Stick Packs are made with plant-based prebiotic fiber.
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Stick Packs?
Benefiber Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Stick Packs contain chicory root, natural flavors, and maltodextrin. It also contains <2% of beet juice concentrate (color), rebaudioside A (extracted and purified from natural stevia leaf), and silica.
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Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Caplets
How many fiber caplets should I take?
Adults and children 6 years and older; 3 caplets up to 3 times daily. Do not exceed 9 caplets daily. For children under 6 years of age; ask their doctor before use.
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Caplets?
The main ingredient is wheat dextrin, which is a plant-based prebiotic fiber. These caplets also contain some ingredients that keep its tablet structure, such as microcrystalline, and cellulose. For lubricant in the tableting process, these caplets also contain <2% of magnesium stearate.
Are Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Caplets suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Caplets are made with plant-based prebiotic fiber and contain no animal or animal-derived ingredients.
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Benefiber Healthy Shape
What is Benefiber Healthy Shape?
Benefiber Healthy Shape is a clear, taste-free, plant-based prebiotic fiber supplement made with wheat dextrin that dissolves completely and helps you feel fuller longer.* ** With regular use, Benefiber Healthy Shape helps support your digestive health.*
How is Benefiber Healthy Shape different from other fiber supplements?
Benefiber Healthy Shape is clear and taste-free. It dissolves completely in food and drinks without changing the taste to help you feel fuller longer.* **
How does Benefiber Healthy Shape help with weight management?
Regular use of Benefiber Healthy Shape helps you feel fuller longer.* **
Is Benefiber Healthy Shape powder flavored?
Benefiber Healthy Shape powder is a clear, taste-free plant-based fiber supplement that dissolves completely, so you can add it to most foods and drinks without changing taste and texture.‡
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Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies
What is Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies?
Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies are a convenient and delicious way to get the essential prebiotic fiber that was previously only available in powder form. The plant-based prebiotic fiber in Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies helps promote a healthy digestive system by nourishing the good bacteria already in your gut.
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Prebiotic Gummies?
The main ingredient in Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies is inulin, a chicory root fiber. Additional ingredients are soluble corn fiber, sugar, and water. They are also gluten-free and non-GMO.
Are Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Gummies artificially flavored?
No. They have no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners. Benefiber Prebiotic Gummies are flavored with citric acid and vegetable juice concentrate (purple carrot and maqui berries) for color and flavor. They also contain monk fruit extract (siraitia grosvenorii) pectin, sodium citrate, and sunflower oil.
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Benefiber Chewables
What are Benefiber Chewables?
Benefiber Chewables are great-tasting, easy-to-take chewable tablets that help support digestive health.* Benefiber Chewables contain wheat dextrin, the same plant-based prebiotic fiber as Benefiber Original, and provide the same digestive benefits in an easy-to-take tablet form. You can enjoy Benefiber Chewables in assorted fruit flavors.
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Chewables?
Benefiber Chewables contain wheat dextrin, which is a plant-based prebiotic fiber. Each Benefiber Chewables tablet also contains some ingredients that provide a great taste and keep its tablet structure, such as sorbitol, corn starch, microcrystalline, cellulose and dextrates. You can find the full list of ingredients in Benefiber Chewables on the product package. Benefiber Chewables are sugar-free.
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Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs
What is Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs?
Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs are stick packs that contain both prebiotic fiber and probiotics. These dual-action biotics nourish and strengthen good bacteria in the gut. And the additional L-Theanine helps calm and destress*. This is an easy way to support both your wellness and gut health*.
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs?
The main ingredient in Benefiber Dual Action Biotic + Stress Relief* Stick Packs is inulin, a chicory root fiber. Additional ingredients include L-Theanine, to help destress*, as well as maltodextrin, natural mixed berry flavors, and silica.
What is L-Theanine?
L-theanine is a non-protein amino acid. It works by crossing the blood-brain barrier and interacting with neurotransmitters in your brain so that you can feel more relaxed or less stressed.
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Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies
What is Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies?
It’s the first product from Benefiber to include both prebiotic fiber and probiotics. Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies help support digestive health by nourishing your existing good bacteria with prebiotic fiber, as well as adding probiotics to your gut.* Benefiber + Probiotics Gummies contain inulin—a plant-based prebiotic fiber that helps optimize gut health.* Benefiber + Probiotics Gummies come in a delightful assortment of fruit flavors.
How does Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies help optimize gut health?
Benefiber + Probiotics Gummies nourish your existing healthy gut bacteria with prebiotic fiber, while also adding more probiotics—healthy bacteria—to help your gut to promote a robust environment for good digestive health.*
What are the ingredients in Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber + Probiotics Gummies?
The main fiber ingredient in Benefiber + Probiotics Gummies is inulin. It’s a prebiotic fiber that’s found in various vegetables such as chicory, onions, soybeans, and wheat. Each gummy also contains additional ingredients such as citric acid, pectin, sodium nitrate, corn starch, and coconut oil. You can learn more about Benefiber + Probiotics Gummies on the product package.
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- "Fiber: Daily Recommendations for Adults." Mayo Clinic. 22 Sept. 2015. Web. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983?pg=2.
