APHG - Chp 10.2

Diet

The sum of foods consumed by an individual, varying by level of development, physical conditions, and cultural preferences.

Dietary Energy Consumption

The amount of food that an individual consumes, measured in kilocalories (kcal).

Cereal Grains

Grass yielding grain used for food; most people derive their calories from these.

MDCs (More Developed Countries)

Countries with higher income levels and different dietary protein sources, typically consuming more meat products.

LDCs (Less Developed Countries)

Countries with lower income levels, often relying more on cereal grains for protein.

Food Security

Access to food that meets dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy lifestyle.

Undernourishment

Dietary consumption continuously below the minimum requirement for maintaining a healthy life.

Challenges to Food Supply

Factors affecting food availability, including social, environmental, economic, and political issues.

Popular Cereal Grains

Wheat, Rice, and Corn are the three most consumed cereal grains globally.

Average daily consumption in MDCs

Typically around 3,600 Calories per day, which is double the required amount for a healthy lifestyle.

Average daily consumption in LDCs

Typically around 2,600 Calories per day, with Sub-Saharan Africa averaging only 2,400 Calories.