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Consumption of fruit and vegetables is highest in Chennai
Posted on: 06/Feb/2016 3:45:47 PM
According to a survey conducted by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) in five Indian cities, consumption of fruits and vegetables is dreadfully low among middle-and high-income groups in urban India.
As per the WHO prescription, it is necessary to consume 400 gms of fruits and vegetables (for five daily servings on an average) to avoid chronic diseases.
The survey was done in NCR (New Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon), Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata and the sample consisted of individuals from higher and middle-income groups. While housewives fared better in terms of intake of fruits and vegetables, Chennai topped the list with average of 4.35 servings everyday while Kolkata was at the bottom with 2.81 servings.
The study also found that high prices and seasonality of production are crucial barriers affecting consumption.
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