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Vietnam vs Thailand

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

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

Calories
3,086
Vietnam
vs
2,855
Thailand
kcal/cap/day
Protein
102
Vietnam
vs
69
Thailand
g/cap/day
Fat
74
Vietnam
vs
57
Thailand
g/cap/day

Food Group Breakdown

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

Vietnamkcal/capita/dayThailand
1566
Cereals
1411
247
Sugar & Sweeteners
435
324
Meat
128
141
Vegetable Oils
214
124
Fruits
96
57
Alcoholic Beverages
125
143
Vegetables
36
113
Oilcrops
38
71
Fish & Seafood
65
44
Milk
48
48
Starchy Roots
37
49
Animal Fats
26

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has a higher calorie supply, Vietnam or Thailand?

Vietnam has a higher daily food supply per capita (3,086 vs 2,855 kcal/capita/day in 2023).

Which country consumes more protein, Vietnam or Thailand?

Vietnam has higher protein supply (102.2 vs 68.6 g/capita/day).

What are the main dietary differences between Vietnam and Thailand?

The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Meat: Vietnam 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.