Glossary · Nutrients
Fiber (children)
Indigestible plant material that supports gut health and bowel regularity. Daily target by age: roughly 'age + 5' grams (e.g. a 6-year-old needs ~11 g). Whole grains, fruit, vegetables, beans, and seeds. Most American children get half what they need.
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Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.
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