Plant-based Fiber Complex

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Is Plant-based Fiber Complex healthy?

Plant-based Fiber Complex scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as oat fiber, apple fiber, and prune, which are minimally processed and support digestive health.

How processed is Plant-based Fiber Complex?

Plant-based Fiber Complex is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Plant-based Fiber Complex's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Oat fiber, Apple fiber, Apple pectin count in its favor; Rice bran is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Plant-based Fiber Complex

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80 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Meijer
Category Fiber
Summary

This product contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as oat fiber, apple fiber, and prune, which are minimally processed and support digestive health. The inclusion of natural ingredients like fennel seed and kelp adds nutritional value. However, the presence of xanthan gum, a processed additive, and the overall processing level of the product limit its score, despite the clean ingredient list.

Key ingredients 8

Oat fiber
Good

Oat fiber is a natural source of dietary fiber that supports digestive health and adds bulk to the diet.

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Apple fiber
Good

Apple fiber provides natural soluble fiber that can aid in digestion and promote satiety.

Apple pectin
Good

Apple pectin is a natural soluble fiber that can support digestive health and help regulate bowel movements.

Fennel seed
Good

Fennel seed is a natural ingredient known for its aromatic flavor and potential to support digestion.

Prune
Good

Prunes are naturally rich in fiber and sorbitol, which can help promote healthy digestion.

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Kelp whole plant
Good

Kelp is a nutrient-dense seaweed that provides minerals and supports overall health.

Xanthan gum
Neutral

Xanthan gum is a common food additive used as a thickener and stabilizer, generally recognized as safe for consumption.

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Rice bran
Very Bad

Rice bran contains nutrients but also has components that may cause concerns for some consumers, such as potential contaminants or anti-nutrients.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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