The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals, of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.

The three pie charts illustrate the average percentages of sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars in typical meals consumed in the USA. All of these nutrients can be unhealthy if consumed in excess. The first chart shows that dinner is the largest source of sodium, accounting for 43% of the daily intake. Lunch contributes 29%, […]