Top Gluten-Free Brands of Fiber Supplements

Celiac.com 11/29/2022 - Getting the proper amount of fiber in our diets is hard enough without the extra burden of celiac disease. Unfortunately, that burden is real. We know that many gluten-free foods have less fiber, more salt and sugar, and at more likely to be more refined and processed than their gluten-containing counterparts. 

So what to do? We get numerous questions about what brands of fiber supplement brands are gluten-free. Here's a list of twelve top brands, along with some natural gluten-free foods that are great sources of fiber.

Top Gluten-Free Fiber Supplements

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Benefiber
Benefiber is a popular flavorless fiber powder that can be added directly to baking or cooking without affecting the taste. Benefiber can be dissolved completely in water. Don't worry that Benefiber is made with wheat dextrin. It's does not contain gluten, can legally be labeled gluten-free, and it's safe for people with celiac disease and other similar digestive issues.

Citrucel
All Citrucel products, including caplets and orange-flavored powders, are gluten-free. Citrucel products are made from a form of soluble plant fiber and do not contain any wheat, barley, or rye-based ingredients. Citrucel powders contain 2 grams of fiber per dose; the caplets contain half a gram of fiber each.

Fiber Choice 
Available in multiple flavors, Fiber Choice chewable tablets get their fiber from a type of vegetable fiber called inulin. All flavors of Fiber Choice chewable wafers are considered gluten-free. The same is true of gummies made by the same company, Fiber Choice Fruity Bites.

FiberCon
The active ingredient in FiberCon is calcium polycarbophil, an over-the-counter drug that treats constipation by causing stool to absorb water. Although FiberCon is not derived from gluten grains and is made in a gluten-free facility, the final product isn't tested for gluten, so it isn't labeled as gluten-free. 

GummyVites
Two Fiber Well Gummies chewable fiber supplements provide 5 grams of soluble fiber sourced from polydextrose. They are labeled as being free of gluten and are processed in a wheat-free facility. 

Pharmvista
Pharmvista 's Organic Pomegranate Gummies are gluten-free and loaded with iron and potassium. 

Metamucil
All Metamucil powders and capsules are gluten-free, according to the packaging. They are made from psyllium husk. Two teaspoons of original coarse powder Metamucil, made to be mixed into a liquid, contains 6 grams of fiber, 5 grams of which are soluble fiber.

NOTE: Metamucil's Meta Fiber Wafers contain wheat flour, so they are NOT SAFE for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

NOW Foods Psyllium
NOW Foods Psyllium labels on all versions of this supplement state that they're "free of wheat and gluten." NOW is available in flavored and unflavored powder forms and as capsules. One tablespoon of the powder offers 6 grams of soluble fiber plus 1 gram of non-soluble fiber. 

Yerba Prima Daily Fiber Formula
Yerba Prima Daily makes non-GMO, and vegan-friendly, gluten-free fiber supplements. 

Recommended in between meals, this fiber supplement powder needs to be consumed once dissolved in a full glass of water or any other liquid. It’s advisable to avoid consuming this supplement within 1 to 2 hours of taking prescription medication. Besides this, we’d strongly recommend you consult with your doctor before including this supplement in your daily routine.

Natural Gluten-Free Fiber Sources
Remember, it's also possible to get plenty of fiber through natural sources. Fiber-rich foods that don’t have gluten include avocado, raspberries, pumpkin, chia seeds, and flaxseed.

Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are a great source of gluten-free fiber, as well as omega-3 fatty acids. Benefits of eating chia seeds can include improved bone health, reduced inflammation, better blood pressure, and even a variety of antioxidants. Avoid adding too many chia seeds to your diet, as overconsumption can negatively affect your digestion.

Flaxseed Meal
Loaded with nutrients, flaxseed meal is a good source of gluten-free fiber and even omega-3 fatty acids. Ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal) is a lot easier for your body to absorb and can help lower cholesterol and improve digestive health. Try a teaspoon on your cereal or yogurt. Always drink plenty of water and consult with your doctor before taking flaxseed or any other food as medicine.