Tag: Russian history

According to a 1995 study, carbohydrates made up between 50% and 54% of the Russian population's total energy intake, primarily from bread, potatoes, and sugar. The question, 'Do Russians eat a lot of carbs?' is best answered by understanding the deep historical and climatic reasons behind this pattern of consumption.

According to a 2024 report, Russian dairy product consumption reached a record high of 250 kg per capita, more than double the global average. This significant intake of dairy is not a modern trend but is rooted in centuries of cultural, historical, and practical traditions that have made dairy products an indispensable part of Russian cuisine and daily life.