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FiberSMART® (Soluble Tapioca Fiber — Anderson)

Evidence Level
Limited
0 Clinical Trials
3 Documented Benefits
2/5 Evidence Score

FiberSMART® is a soluble fiber from tapioca or non-GMO corn, from Anderson Advanced Ingredients, providing over 90% dietary fiber with a low glycemic impact. It is used to boost fiber content in foods and supplements while supporting digestive health and steadier blood sugar.

Studied Dose Commonly several grams of fiber per serving.
Active Compound Soluble tapioca or corn fiber (more than 90% dietary fiber), a low-glycemic prebiotic fiber.

Benefits

Fiber and digestive support

FiberSMART adds soluble fiber that supports regularity and a healthy digestive system, helping close the gap most people have in daily fiber intake.

Prebiotic support

As a fermentable soluble fiber, it can feed beneficial gut bacteria, supporting a balanced microbiome.

Low glycemic impact

The fiber has a low glycemic impact, making it useful for reduced-sugar foods and steadier blood sugar.

Mechanism of action

1

Soluble fiber action

The soluble fiber adds bulk and slows digestion, supporting regularity and steadier post-meal blood sugar.

2

Colonic fermentation

Fermentable fiber is converted by gut bacteria into short-chain fatty acids that nourish the colon lining.

Clinical trials

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated as a fiber.
Gas or bloating can occur as fiber intake rises.
Increase the dose gradually and drink plenty of water.

Important Drug interactions

Generally compatible with medications.
May slow absorption of some medications; separate dosing if advised.
Tell your doctor if you have a serious digestive condition.

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Frequently asked questions about FiberSMART® (Soluble Tapioca Fiber — Anderson)

What is FiberSMART?

FiberSMART® is a soluble fiber from tapioca or non-GMO corn, from Anderson Advanced Ingredients, providing over 90% dietary fiber with a low glycemic impact. It is used to boost fiber content in foods and supplements while supporting digestive health and steadier blood sugar.

What is FiberSMART used for?

FiberSMART is researched primarily for Gut Health and Metabolic Health. FiberSMART adds soluble fiber that supports regularity and a healthy digestive system, helping close the gap most people have in daily fiber intake.

What is the recommended dosage of FiberSMART?

The clinically studied dose is Commonly several grams of fiber per serving. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is FiberSMART safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, FiberSMART is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated as a fiber. Gas or bloating can occur as fiber intake rises. It may also interact with some medications. FiberSMART is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does FiberSMART interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Generally compatible with medications. May slow absorption of some medications; separate dosing if advised. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for FiberSMART?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for FiberSMART as Limited (2 out of 5). It is backed by 2 cited references summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(2 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Costabile A, Deaville ER, Morales AM, Gibson GR Prebiotic Potential of a Maize-Based Soluble Fibre and Impact of Dose on the Human Gut Microbiota PLoS One. 2016;11(1):e0144457. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0144457.PubMedUsed to support: Double-blind randomized parallel human trial showing maize-based soluble fiber (same functional class as FiberSMART's non-GMO corn soluble fiber) significantly increased fecal bifidobacteria vs. baseline at 6 g/day dose, supporting prebiotic and digestive health benefit. Note: evidence is for soluble corn/maize fiber class; FiberSMART brand has not been independently trialed.
  2. Konings E, Schoffelen PF, Stegen J, Blaak EE Effect of polydextrose and soluble maize fibre on energy metabolism, metabolic profile and appetite control The British Journal of Nutrition. 2014;111(1):111-21. doi:10.1017/S0007114513002183.PubMedUsed to support: Human RCT showing soluble maize fiber (same functional class as FiberSMART) reduced postprandial peak glucose response and postprandial insulin levels compared to available carbohydrates, supporting low glycemic impact benefit. Note: evidence is for soluble corn fiber class, not the FiberSMART brand specifically.