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What are the characteristics of China residents' diet structure?

The dietary pattern of China residents is mainly plant-based diet, that is, eating more fruits, vegetables and grains.

The dietary characteristics of China residents are:

First, the main and non-staple foods are clearly defined. The staple food is mainly starchy food, such as rice, noodles, miscellaneous grains and potatoes. Non-staple food is more diversified.

Second, the combination of meat and vegetables. It not only enriches the variety of dishes, but also increases and beautifies the taste effect of dishes and enriches the nutritional value of dishes. The combination of meat and vegetables can reduce the acidity of meat and vegetables. Third, beans and bean products. In our daily diet, beans and bean products mostly occupy an important position. Bean products are not only delicious, but also contain more minerals and vitamins.

Fourth, fish and shrimp. In the traditional dietary structure of China, daily meat dishes are second only to meat. Fish and shrimp are not only rich in protein, but also contain collagen and lipoprotein.

5. The cooking methods are mainly frying and stewing. It not only takes effect quickly, but also retains more vitamins. Stews include soup and braised pork. This long-term cooking method is not only conducive to the decomposition of nutrients in dishes, especially meat dishes, but also can increase some ingredients beneficial to the human body.