Canadian Pulse Consumption Levels Rise
OTTAWA - May 27/10 - SNS -- Pulse consumption levels in Canada have risen in recent years, judging from the quantity of dry peas and edible beans consumed in the country.
Rising pulse consumption levels is part of a trend observed over the past two decades, which has seen Canadians shift towards a diet which includes more fruits and vegetables, cereal products, and nuts and beans, according to Statistics Canada.
During this time, poultry consumption has increased, while beef and pork consumption has continued to decline. Oil and fat consumption increased through the 1990s to a peak in 1998, but has since been falling steadily. Sugar available for consumption has increased over the past two years from the record low set in 2007.
On a per capita basis, the Canadian diet in 2009 included more fresh fruit and vegetables, cereals, coffee and fish compared with 2008. In contrast, per capita availability has declined for consumption of processed fruit and vegetables, juices, dairy products and meat products.
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