A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.
Use the tables to compare real options for your goal — values are per 100 g unless stated otherwise on the label.
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A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.
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Total foods
100
items analyzed
Best choice
Baker's yeast, dehydrated
Average protein
16,4 g
per 100g
Average carbs
29,6 g
per 100g
Average fat
8,7 g
per 100g
This list features 100 high-fiber foods optimized for performance, specifically curated around their fiber, protein, calories, and macro content. The top options include foods like Maize/corn bran and Tea leaf, which stand out due to their exceptional fiber levels and nutrient profiles relevant to athletic and overall performance goals.
This list features 100 high-Fiber foods optimized for sports sports performance, specifically curated around their Fiber, Protein, Calories, and macro content. The top options include foods like Maize/corn bran and Tea leaf, which stand out due to their exceptional Fiber levels and nutrient profiles relevant to athletic and overall sports sports performance goals.
Our editorial focus is on sports sports sports performance. The foods are ranked primarily by Fiber content, with additional considerations for Protein and calorie efficiency. Each food's macro and Fiber values are based on a 100g serving. Comparing these values helps you select foods aligned with your sports sports performance goals—whether that’s endurance, muscle gain, or general nutrition general health.
Among the top foods, Maize/corn bran leads with an impressive 79g of Fiber per 100g, making it ideal for boosting digestive general health and sustained energy release. Tea leaf also ranks highly with over 55g of Fiber and a notable 19.4g of Protein, supporting both sports sports performance and recovery. Foods like Curry, powder stand out for their low carbohydrate content combined with high Fiber, making them useful in sports sports performance-oriented diets.
Other foods such as Seaweed varieties (e.g., bladder wrack, wakame) contribute significant Fiber and Protein, supporting energy and recovery due to their micronutrient richness.
Some pitfalls include relying solely on Fiber content without considering Protein, Calories, or macro balance. For example, selecting only the highest Fiber foods without accounting for total caloric intake or macro distribution can lead to unbalanced diets. Additionally, forgetting that values are based on 100g servings and adjusting portions accordingly might mislead your daily intake calculations. Always compare macro ratios and serving sizes before making decisions.
Start by identifying your primary goal—whether it’s enhancing sports sports performance, supporting recovery, or managing weight. Use the table to compare foods based on Fiber, Protein, and Calories, then incorporate your chosen foods into your daily routine. For example, adding Maize/corn bran or Tea leaf into your meals can boost Fiber intake without adding excessive Calories. Remember, this list is a tool to inform smarter choices aligned with your activity level and dietary needs.
🔥 Calories: Calories show energy per 100 g and help you compare portion impact across foods. Use them with protein and carbs to see whether an option fits maintenance, deficit, or surplus goals. A low score does not mean a food is ‘bad’ — it reflects nutrient density for general health, not your specific plan.
💪 Protein: Protein per 100 g shows how concentrated a food is as a protein source. Higher values support muscle recovery, satiety, and meal balance when that is your priority. Compare foods on this page rather than judging a single macro in isolation.
🌾 Carbs: Carbs matter most in context: training days, ketogenic diets, and endurance goals change what ‘good’ looks like. Powders such as maltodextrin score lower on our general-health scale because they are energy-dense with little protein, fiber, or micronutrients — not because they are never useful.
🥑 Fat: Fat carries more than twice the calories per gram than protein or carbs, so small portion changes matter. Moderate fat levels can support hormones and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Use this column with calories when balancing satiety and energy density.
The data shown is filtered to match this page’s topic.
The NutriDecide score (1–10) ranks foods on this page by protein, nutrient density, fiber, and a general-health lens — not by taste or whether they fit a specific diet. Low scores (e.g. maltodextrin) usually mean fewer nutrients per calorie; high scores (e.g. soy protein isolate) mean stronger protein and micronutrient density. It is a comparison tool: a low score does not forbid a food when it matches your goal.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Maize/corn bran | 226,0 | 8,4 | 6,7 | 4,7 | 79,0 | 10/10 |
Tea leaf | 232,0 | 19,4 | 6,3 | 9,3 | 55,8 | 10/10 |
Curry, powder | 301,0 | 14,5 | 2,6 | 8,8 | 53,2 | 10/10 |
Toothed wrack or bladder wrack (Fucus serratus et vesiculosus), dried or dehydrated | 194,0 | 9,1 | 12,4 | 9,2 | 46,3 | 9/10 |
Savory, dried | 264,0 | 6,7 | 23,0 | 9,0 | 45,7 | 8/10 |
North Atlantic rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), dried or dehydrated | 206,0 | 7,4 | 16,3 | 10,7 | 43,6 | 8/10 |
Atlantic wakame (Alaria esculenta), dried or dehydrated | 201,0 | 12,2 | 13,3 | 8,7 | 42,9 | 8/10 |
Wheat bran | 270,0 | 14,8 | 22,7 | 9,9 | 42,9 | 8/10 |
Wheat, bran | 187,0 | 15,6 | 21,7 | 4,2 | 42,8 | 9/10 |
Wheat, bran | 790,8 | 15,6 | 21,7 | 4,2 | 42,8 | 8/10 |
Oregano, dried | 265,0 | 9,0 | 26,4 | 9,9 | 42,5 | 8/10 |
Coriander, seed | 345,0 | 12,4 | 13,0 | 8,9 | 41,9 | 8/10 |
Basil | 175,0 | 14,4 | 20,5 | 4,0 | 40,5 | 9/10 |
Basil | 740,6 | 14,4 | 20,5 | 4,0 | 40,5 | 7/10 |
Marjoram, dried | 276,0 | 12,7 | 20,3 | 7,6 | 40,3 | 8/10 |
Sage, dried | 320,0 | 10,6 | 20,4 | 8,0 | 40,3 | 7/10 |
Herbes de Provence, dried | 283,0 | 11,5 | 23,1 | 7,1 | 40,1 | 8/10 |
Molokhia powder (dried jute leaves) | 239,0 | 23,0 | 12,7 | 8,4 | 40,0 | 9/10 |
Fennel, seed | 327,0 | 15,8 | 12,5 | 8,8 | 39,8 | 8/10 |
Coffee, ground | 341,0 | 13,9 | 20,3 | 3,5 | 39,7 | 8/10 |
Caraway, seed | 334,0 | 19,8 | 11,9 | 9,9 | 38,0 | 8/10 |
Basil, dried | 244,0 | 23,0 | 10,1 | 10,4 | 37,7 | 9/10 |
Dill | 288,0 | 19,9 | 42,2 | 4,4 | 37,6 | 8/10 |
Tangle (Laminaria digitata), dried or dehydrated | 211,0 | 8,9 | 22,9 | 6,1 | 37,3 | 7/10 |
Thyme, dried | 285,0 | 9,1 | 26,9 | 7,8 | 37,0 | 7/10 |
Laver (Porphyra sp.), dried or dehydrated | 257,0 | 30,2 | 11,7 | 6,7 | 36,8 | 10/10 |
Carragheen mosses (Chondrus crispus), dried or dehydrated | 215,0 | 16,7 | 15,0 | 12,7 | 35,5 | 8/10 |
Gut weed (Ulva sp.), dried or dehydrated | 225,0 | 13,6 | 19,5 | 8,0 | 35,1 | 7/10 |
Paprika, powder | 318,0 | 14,1 | 18,8 | 11,2 | 34,9 | 7/10 |
Chili or hotpepper, powder | 303,0 | 12,0 | 31,7 | 14,3 | 34,8 | 7/10 |
Chia, seed, dried | 454,0 | 16,5 | 7,7 | 5,8 | 34,4 | 8/10 |
Kombu or Japanese kelp (Saccharina japonica), dried or dehydrated | 222,0 | 7,9 | 24,9 | 10,8 | 34,1 | 7/10 |
Cloves | 335,0 | 6,0 | 31,6 | 9,9 | 33,9 | 6/10 |
Sea lettuce (Ulva sp.), dried or dehydrated | 203,0 | 15,7 | 13,8 | 11,9 | 33,5 | 8/10 |
Breakfast cereals, very rich in fibre, plain, fortified with vitamins and minerals | 327,0 | 13,4 | 43,3 | 3,0 | 33,1 | 7/10 |
Sea thong (Himanthalia elongata), dried or dehydrated | 227,0 | 9,9 | 26,4 | 8,1 | 30,8 | 6/10 |
Sea belt (Saccharina latissima), dried or dehydrated | 205,0 | 9,9 | 23,1 | 7,2 | 30,2 | 6/10 |
Mint, dried | 283,0 | 19,9 | 22,2 | 11,3 | 29,8 | 7/10 |
Parsley, dried | 291,0 | 29,0 | 16,8 | 4,0 | 29,7 | 8/10 |
Cocoa powder, no added sugars, powder, instant | 387,0 | 22,4 | 11,6 | 3,5 | 29,5 | 7/10 |
Dulse (Palmaria palmata), dried or dehydrated | 221,0 | 16,9 | 20,8 | 7,6 | 29,2 | 7/10 |
Breakfast cereal, whole wheat | 263,0 | 14,0 | 45,6 | 2,7 | 29,0 | 7/10 |
Cardamom, powder | 321,0 | 10,8 | 40,5 | 8,3 | 28,0 | 6/10 |
Spice (average) | 327,0 | 12,6 | 37,8 | 9,2 | 27,7 | 6/10 |
Sedd, flaxseed | 568,0 | 18,3 | 28,9 | 42,2 | 27,3 | 6/10 |
Cayenne pepper, powder | 376,0 | 12,0 | 29,4 | 8,1 | 27,2 | 6/10 |
Baker's yeast, dehydrated | 341,0 | 42,7 | 14,3 | 5,1 | 26,9 | 9/10 |
Flaxseed, brown, seed | 533,0 | 18,0 | 3,6 | 5,8 | 26,9 | 7/10 |
Black pepper | 230,0 | 11,0 | 38,3 | 3,3 | 26,5 | 6/10 |
Laurel, leaf, dried (imported date) | 300,0 | 7,6 | 48,7 | 8,4 | 26,3 | 5/10 |
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Fat
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Calories
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Summary
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It groups 100 filtered foods; Baker's yeast, dehydrated is a standout for the sports performance angle.
Start with Maize/corn bran, Tea leaf, Curry, powder and compare protein, fiber and calories per 100 g.
All values are per 100 g. Mentally adjust for the portion you actually eat.
On this page, unless noted otherwise, main macros are per 100 g.
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