Tag: Food consumption statistics

According to the USDA, the average American's food supply offers an average of around 3,864 calories per day, though the amount consumed is likely lower. This figure is significantly higher than recommended daily intakes and reflects a diet dominated by processed foods and large portion sizes.

According to USDA data, Americans' per-person consumption of chicken has more than doubled since 1980, securing its position as the most eaten meat in the USA. This significant shift in the nation's diet occurred after poultry surpassed both pork and beef in recent decades.