The WHO suggests that people should consume at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables on a daily basis. The bar chart illustrates what percentage of males and females did this in the UK in 2006, comparing the data in terms of age groups.
Overall, in almost all age groups, women ate more than men did. Notably, the older people were, the higher percentages of them followed the WHO’s recommendation, with those aged 55-64 showing exceptionally higher records.
In terms of younger age groups, merely 15% males and 17% females of those aged 16-24 ate more than 5 portions of fruits and vegetables a day, which was the lowest record. The figures for men aged between 25 and 54 were relatively similar, at around 25%. Meanwhile, the percentages of same-aged women eating at least 5 portions had the average of 22%.
As for the three oldest age groups, UK people aged 55-64 who ate 5 portions of fruits and vegetables were the highest in percentage, standing at 33% for men and merely 2% more than that for women. Those 65-74 aged had lower rates, with 27% and 29% of individuals following the recommendation. Lastly, citizens aged over 75 had the same figures, constituting 25%, for both genders.
