5 Countries with the Highest Daily Calorie Consumption in the World

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 5 countries with the highest daily calorie consumption in the world. If you wish to learn about more, head straight to the 20 Countries with the Highest Daily Calorie Consumption in the World.

5. Turkey 

Daily Calorie Consumption per Capita: 3,762 

Turkey is one of the five countries that consume a high number of calories per day with an average Turkish consuming at least 3,762 calories per day. A study of high school and university students in Tekirdağ found that 34.6% of female respondents and 39.2% of male respondents chose fast food over home-cooked meals. The most popular fast food choices were hamburgers (31.3%) and pizza (22.1%). The study also found that 9.6% of females and 14.7% of males consume fast food daily, while 33.3% of females and 44% of males have it a few times per week.

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4. Belgium 

Daily Calorie Consumption per Capita: 3,824 

Belgium stands among the countries with the highest daily calorie consumption in the world with an average person consuming 3,824 calories a day. The most consumed calories in Belgium come from nutrient-poor and energy-dense foods, which contribute to more than one-third of the total energy intake instead of the recommended maximum of 10%.