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Carrie R Daniel1, Amanda J Cross, Corinna Koebnick
1Nutritional Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, Department of Health and Human Services, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, 6120 Executive Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20892, USA. Carrie.Daniel@nih.hhs.gov
Public Health Nutrition
|November 13, 2010
Summary
US meat consumption is rising, with red meat dominating intake. Understanding these trends is crucial for public health professionals aiming to reduce chronic disease risk globally.
Area of Science:
- Nutritional epidemiology
- Public health nutrition
- Food consumption patterns
Background:
- Global meat consumption shows an upward trend, particularly in developed nations.
- Red and processed meat intake is linked to increased cancer and chronic disease risk.
- Understanding meat consumption patterns is vital for global chronic disease prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze meat consumption trends in the USA.
- To identify determinants of meat intake distribution.
- To assess the public health implications of US meat consumption patterns.
Main Methods:
- Utilized food availability data from FAO and USDA for temporal trend analysis.
- Employed National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) data linked to MyPyramid Equivalents Database (MPED) for detailed intake evaluation.
- Categorized meat intake by type: red, white, and processed.
Main Results:
- Overall meat consumption in the USA continues to increase.
- Red meat constitutes the majority (58%) of meat consumed, followed by processed (22%).
- Average daily meat intake was 128g/d (NHANES 2003-2004), varying by demographics like education, race, age, and gender.
Conclusions:
- US meat consumption significantly exceeds the global average.
- Identifying trends and determinants of meat intake is critical for public health strategies.
- This research is pertinent for professionals aiming to mitigate the global burden of chronic diseases through dietary interventions.
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