Average Chinese national now eats more protein than an American: UN food agency
The FAO reports China's higher daily protein intake than the US in 2021, emphasizing plant-based proteins and agricultural advancements. Global protein consumption varies, with China promoting sustainability through plant proteins.
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The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) data reveals that in 2021, the average Chinese citizen consumed more protein per day than an American, marking a significant milestone. China surpassed the US with a daily protein supply of 124.61 grams per capita compared to 124.33 grams in the US. This increase in protein consumption in China has been attributed to a shift towards more plant-based proteins alongside intensive animal husbandry and agricultural advancements. Despite the rise in protein intake, China's diet still emphasizes plant proteins over animal products, with a focus on sustainability and environmental benefits. The FAO data also highlights the global variations in protein consumption, with Iceland leading in protein supply and the Democratic Republic of Congo having the lowest. The Chinese government is promoting a reduction in animal product consumption and advocating for more plant-based proteins in the diet to address sustainability and health concerns.
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4 comments"While Chinese per capita meat consumption lags significantly behind the US, China is the world’s largest consumer of animal products, making up 27 per cent of the global total in 2021, because of the size of its population, according to a McKinsey & Company report."
So, they are getting more protein from veggies? Given the US has one of the highest rates of obesity in the world, this seems to be more about preferences in diet.
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ETA: I wonder how much of this is shopping habits as well. In the Philippines, many people shop at the local market where they buy fish, pork, chicken, eggs, and veggies. If I go to the grocery store, I notice many baskets have packaged stuff which doesn't even resemble food.
But the article starts with this... "China has surpassed the US in the amount of daily dietary protein available to its population." So, it's counting the inputs with the idea that those end up somewhere even if it's junk food? It's also not clear how much of that availability is for animal feed. More mouths to feed in China, also means more animals to feed to get that protein. Complex subject.
Physical health is the most important thing in society, one should not live in a country that doesn’t promote their individual health, growth, strength and power. It seems at least the CCP has prioritized this, at least as far as the notoriously unbiased South China Morning Post reports.
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