Summary
The FAO INFOODS Global Food Composition Tables (2024) represent a periodically updated international reference resource compiled by the Food and Agriculture Organization's International Network of Food Data Systems. The tables aggregate standardised nutrient composition data for foods consumed globally, drawing on national food composition databases and analytical studies. This resource is widely used by researchers, dietitians, policymakers, and food systems analysts as a foundational tool for dietary assessment and nutrient monitoring.
UK applicability
While the tables are global in scope, they are directly relevant to UK researchers and policymakers as a cross-referencing tool alongside national resources such as McCance and Widdowson's food composition tables. The global comparative data can support assessments of nutrient adequacy in imported foods and inform dietary modelling across diverse UK population groups.
Key measures
Nutrient content per 100 g edible portion: macronutrients (protein, fat, carbohydrate, energy), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals), water content, and food components across multiple food categories
Outcomes reported
The tables compile and report nutrient composition data — including macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and other food components — across a wide range of foods from multiple countries and regions. The resource serves as a reference standard for dietary assessment, food labelling, and nutritional research.
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