Total fiber content measurement (rapid integrated method)

Dietary fiber plays a major role in human and plant nutrition. It is recognized for its beneficial effects on intestinal transit, blood sugar regulation, and satiety. Measuring total fiber content is an essential step in the formulation, quality control, and nutritional labeling of food and supplements. To meet the growing need for rapid and reliable analyses, the simplified integrated gravimetric method provides accurate results in shorter timeframes, while complying with international standards.

Integrated and rapid analytical method

The determination of total fiber by gravimetry relies on a simplified enzymatic digestion followed by a separation and weighing step. This method offers several advantages:

• a significant time saving compared to traditional protocols,
• a reduction in handling steps
• reliability comparable to reference methods,
• improved efficiency for routine quality control.

It is particularly well-suited for manufacturers seeking to combine speed and precision in their nutritional analyses. This approach complements other reference methods available from YesWeLab, such as the measurement of insoluble, soluble, and total fiber according to AOAC or Codex protocols.

Industrial applications and compliance issues

Rapid total fiber analysis is relevant to many sectors:

• Agri-food : quality control of flours, vegetable powders, processed products and functional foods.
• Nutraceuticals : standardization of fiber-enriched food supplements and validation of "high in fiber" claims.
• Plants and nutritional ingredients : characterization of plant extracts used in health and wellness formulations.
• R&D and product innovation : development of new food ranges optimized in fiber content.

This service is complementary to other essential nutritional analyses, such as protein measurement , total carbohydrate measurement , or calorie calculation .

Matrices analyzed for total fibers

The rapid method is applicable to a wide range of matrices: vegetable powders and flours, functional ingredients, processed foods (biscuits, cereals, nutrition bars), food supplements, and innovative fiber-based formulations. Each type of sample undergoes a specific preparation to ensure the accuracy of the results.

The importance of speed and reliability

In a context of stringent regulatory requirements and tight industrial deadlines, the rapid integrated method offers an optimal compromise between scientific reliability and operational efficiency. It enables:

• reduce time to market,
• to ensure the consistency and reproducibility of batches,
• to justify nutritional claims in accordance with INCO Regulation No. 1169/2011
• strengthen product traceability and transparency.

This service is part of a nutritional enhancement strategy, similar to other regulated analyses such as sodium or total lipid testing.

YesWeLab's expertise in total fiber analysis

YesWeLab relies on a network of over 200 partner laboratories in France and Europe, all certified and accredited (ISO 17025, COFRAC, etc.). Our experts support each manufacturer in selecting the method best suited to their needs, based on the matrix and regulatory constraints. Thanks to our digital platform, analysis management is simplified: online quotes, real-time tracking, and rapid results delivery. Since 2020, numerous players in the food and nutraceutical industries have trusted us to optimize their quality control and ensure their compliance.

Take action

Looking to quickly determine the total fiber content of your food products, ingredients, or supplements? Entrust your samples to YesWeLab for fast, reliable, and compliant analysis. Request a quote online now for your integrated total fiber analysis.