Fibre and protein

In short: Fibre is indigestible plant material that supports digestion and satiety. Protein builds muscle and tissue.

In more detail: Adults should eat about 30 g of fibre a day. A product may be advertised as “high in fibre” from 6 g per 100 g, as a “source of” from 3 g. For protein, about 0.8 g per kg body weight is the guideline; athletes need more.

Our context: The product scanner gives small bonus points for lots of fibre and protein when the data names them.

In Depth

• Sources of fibre: wholegrain, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts, oats.
• Sources of protein: meat, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, tofu, nuts.
• “High protein” products: They are often expensive and highly processed. A normal diet usually covers the need.
• More water: Drink enough when you eat more fibre.

See also: Reading the nutrition table, Nutri-Score