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United Kingdom vs Germany

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

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

Calories
3,435
United Kingdom
vs
3,535
Germany
kcal/cap/day
Protein
110
United Kingdom
vs
109
Germany
g/cap/day
Fat
144
United Kingdom
vs
162
Germany
g/cap/day

Food Group Breakdown

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

United Kingdomkcal/capita/dayGermany
1021
Cereals
732
500
Vegetable Oils
570
359
Milk
528
327
Sugar & Sweeteners
411
383
Meat
292
123
Animal Fats
267
136
Alcoholic Beverages
197
121
Starchy Roots
128
107
Fruits
122
73
Vegetables
75
83
Stimulants
16
38
Eggs
51

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has a higher calorie supply, United Kingdom or Germany?

Germany has a higher daily food supply per capita (3,435 vs 3,535 kcal/capita/day in 2023).

Which country consumes more protein, United Kingdom or Germany?

United Kingdom has higher protein supply (110.0 vs 109.2 g/capita/day).

What are the main dietary differences between United Kingdom and Germany?

The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Cereals: United Kingdom 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.