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South Korea vs Mexico

Side-by-side comparison of national food supply and diet composition.

Data: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023) · Supply = production + imports − exports − waste

Calories
3,430
South Korea
vs
3,305
Mexico
kcal/cap/day
Protein
111
South Korea
vs
100
Mexico
g/cap/day
Fat
126
South Korea
vs
110
Mexico
g/cap/day

Food Group Breakdown

Comparison of food supply composition by FAO food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023).

South Koreakcal/capita/dayMexico
1098
Cereals
1319
600
Vegetable Oils
377
489
Sugar & Sweeteners
406
362
Meat
358
53
Milk
202
61
Fruits
175
156
Vegetables
53
127
Alcoholic Beverages
81
78
Animal Fats
46
45
Eggs
75
97
Oilcrops
22
93
Fish & Seafood
26

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has a higher calorie supply, South Korea or Mexico?

South Korea has a higher daily food supply per capita (3,430 vs 3,305 kcal/capita/day in 2023).

Which country consumes more protein, South Korea or Mexico?

South Korea has higher protein supply (110.7 vs 100.3 g/capita/day).

What are the main dietary differences between South Korea and Mexico?

The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Vegetable Oils: South Korea supplies significantly more. See the food group breakdown chart above for the full comparison.

Where does this diet data come from?

This data is from FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023), which track national food supply. Supply data includes production, imports, and exports but overestimates actual consumption because it includes food waste and animal feed.