The table provides information about the average calorie intake in the United States from 1970 to 2010, broken down by different food categories.
Overall, it is evident that total calorie consumption increased steadily over the 40-year period, with grains and added fat showing the most significant growth. In contrast, dairy and vegetables experienced a slight decline in calorie intake.
Looking at the details, meat, eggs, and nuts contributed 465 calories in 1970, which fell slightly to 455 calories in 1990 before rising to 480 calories in 2010. Grains, on the other hand, increased sharply from 430 calories in 1970 to 625 calories by 2010. Added fat also showed a substantial rise, climbing from 410 calories to 640 calories over the same period. Added sugar consumption grew moderately from 400 to 460 calories, while fruit intake increased slightly from 70 to 85 calories and then remained stable. Dairy decreased gradually from 265 to 255 calories, and vegetables fell marginally from 125 to 120 calories.