The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.
The charts detail how much sodium, saturated fat and added sugars are consumed in the average meal in the United States.
Overall, it is evident that a large portion of sodium and saturated fat is usually consumed during dinner time. On the other hand, snacks are accounted for the largest section for added sugar.
Looking at the pie charts more closely, it is notable that a majority of high sodium and saturated fat consumption occurs during dinner, with 43% and 37%, respectively. During lunch, both sodium and saturated fat rates are under one-third, with 29% and 26%. As for breakfast, it reveals an equal rate of 16% for both saturated fat and added sugar.
Interestingly, lower percentages of sodium (14%) and saturated fat (21%) are consumed during snack time, compared to added sugar, which represents the largest proportion in this chart at 42%.Additionally, at least one-fifth of the meal is still absorbed in terms of added sugar.
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