The table illustrates an average amount of calorie consumed in the United Kingdom from seven food categories in 1970, 1990 and 2010.
Overall, the total number of calories intakes rose steadily over the years. While grains and added fat experienced the most significant increase, calories from vegetables declined slightly.
In 1970, British people consumed a total amount of 2165 calories, largers number of meat, eggs and nuts and grains accounting for 465 and 430 respectively. Then it is followed by added sugar and added fats with 400 and 410. The smallest amount consumed was fruit, with only 70 callories in average.
With regards to the year 1990, meat , eggs and nuts decreased by 10 callories, while grains increased to 575. Next, added sugars and fats witnessed a slight growth, reaching 445 and 460 respectively. Dairy products consumed fell to 260 callories, while fruit grew by just 15. Lastly, vegetable remained unchanged.
In 2010, grains and added fat increased dramatically to 480 and 640. By contrast, calorie intake from vegetable decreased by 5. While fruits stood the same, added sugar rose by 15 callories.
