Age 15+: Consumption of at least one whole grain, pulse, nut, or seed

Definition

Proportion of the population age 15 years and older who consumed at least one whole grain, pulse, nut, or seed the previous day or night.

Relevance

Whole grains, pulses, nuts, and seeds are recommended by WHO as part of a healthy diet; WHO recommends that carbohydrate intake should come primarily from whole grains, pulses, vegetables, and fruits. Pulses and/or nuts and seeds are universally recommended in dietary guidelines. Whole grains, pulses, nuts, and seeds are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and their consumption has been associated with decreased risk of micronutrient deficiencies and noncommunicable diseases.