Category: Korean diet

According to research using data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES), specific intake proportions of carbohydrate and fat show a U-shaped association with all-cause mortality in Korean adults. This means both excessively high and low consumption of these macronutrients can increase mortality risk, while an optimal range is linked to a lower risk. The study investigating the associating intake proportion of carbohydrate, fat, and protein with all-cause mortality in Korean adults found that protein intake had no significant correlation with mortality within a healthy range.

According to the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES), the average protein consumption among Korean adults increased from 14.7% of energy in 2010 to 15.6% in 2019, revealing a shift in macronutrient distribution. This evolution in eating habits prompts a closer look at not only how much protein do Koreans eat, but also the significant variations across different demographics, particularly concerning age and urban versus rural living.