The bar chart provides information about how many fruit and vegetables men, women, and children consumed in the UK over the period from 2001 to 2008. The units are measured in five portions per day. Overall, it is clear that all three categories demonstrated an upward trend, with women eating more fruit and vegetables than children and men.
As regards women, the intake of fruit and vegetables rose markedly from approximately 23 portions to about 30 portions, with the peak of 35 serving being reached in 2006. A similar increase of nearly 7 portions was observed in men’s diet, when consumption grow from around 18 portions to 26 servings, peaking at approximately 27 portions in 2006 and 2007. The most significant increase was seen in the eating habits of children, a growth of around 11 portions.
It is a striking feature that women consumed more fruit and vegetables than men and children. The widest gap in consumption between men and women existed in 2003 and 2004, amounting to around 9 portions. In 2006, the consumption of children lagged behind that of men and women by about 5 portions and nearly 13 portions, respectively.