Table 3. Comparison of diets of population of the UK, as measured by the FFS 2008 and NDNS 2000/01.
| FFSa | NDNSb | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal/day) | 1966 | 1806 |
| Total fat (% energy) | 39.4 | 36.3 |
| SAFAs (% energy) | 15.5 | 13.8 |
| MUFAs (% energy) | 14.4 | 12.0 |
| PUFAs (% energy) | 7.0 | 6.4 |
| Cholesterol (mg/day) | 227 | 255 |
| Fibre (g/day) | 13.5 | 13.9 |
| Salt (g/day)c | 6.2 | 6.9 |
| Fruit and vegetables (g/day) | 290 | 203 |
Abbreviations: FFS, Family Food Survey; MUFAs, monounsaturated fatty acids; NDNS, National Diet and Nutrition Survey; PUFAs, polyunsaturated fatty acids; SAFAs, saturated fatty acids.
a
Estimates derived from food purchase data and are not adjusted for wastage in the home. Survey population—adults and children of all ages, UK, Survey year—2008.
b
Estimates derived from 7-day-weighed food diaries. Participants reporting consumption outside the range of 1000–3000 kcal/day removed. Estimates based on 1573 participants. Survey population—adults aged 19–64, Great Britain. Survey year—2000/01.
c
Estimated from salt levels in purchased or consumed foods and does not include salt added during cooking or at the table.