The chart illustrates the proportion of individuals in the UK who consumed five portions of both fruit and vegetables per day between 2001 and 2008.
Overall, it is evident that while male consumption of fruit and vegetables experienced a significant increase by the end of the period, the consumption among women showed a steady upward trend until the middle of the timeframe, followed by a slight decrease toward the end. The figures are measured in percentages.
In 2001, approximately 12% of children consumed fruit and vegetables, while around 17% of men included these items in their diet. About one-fifth of women also consumed fruit and vegetables. After five years, all demographics nearly doubled their consumption rates of fruits and vegetables.
By the end of the period, there was a sharp upward trend among children, with consumption reaching around 25%. Moreover, women recorded a dramatic rise to about 28%. In the end, men experienced substantial growth as well, reaching approximately 30%
