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Since the 1970's...

  • More people have payed attention to healthy eating, but don't necessarily follow the healthy eating standards they need
     

  • Many Americans over eat, the average daily calorie intake rounds to 2,481 calories per person. 23% more then the 1970's.
     

  • The average American consumes 36 pounds of cooking oil per year
     

  • Oil consumption contributes to 402 calories each day
     

  • On average, 3.3 pounds of butter are consumed annually per person
     

  • Chicken consumption has topped beef consumption
     

  • Americans drink 42% less milk
     

  • An average American consumes 21.9 pounds of cheese each year
     

  • Yogurt consumption increased by 1,700%
     

  • Grain consumption has increased by 29%

here's how the American diet has changed in the last 52 years

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