Tag: Modern japanese diet

Since 1950, the average height of Japanese men has increased by over 10 centimeters, with women's height rising nearly 8 centimeters. This rapid change, too fast for genetics alone, raises a critical question: does diet affect average height in Japan?

According to a 2015 survey, approximately 45% of the Japanese population reports lactose intolerance, significantly influencing the low historic consumption of dairy. This starkly contrasts with Western diets and is a key factor in understanding whether the Japanese diet includes dairy.