Oxfam International Fasting Committee annually publishes ranking of countries by quality and availability of food. According to the results of 2013, Russia ranked 44th out of 125 possible in this rating.
Our neighbors are Kazakhstan, Moldova, Mexico, Chile and the Maldives. Worst of all, food availability is in Burundi. Well, about where high-quality food is available to everyone, you will learn from our top ten, which includes the leaders of the rating.
10. Portugal
The Portuguese do not abuse the excellent local port, preferring vegetables, lean meat and cereals. Quality products in this country are available to almost 100% of the population.
9. Italy
Italian cuisine is rich in vegetables, seafood, fruits, which are quite affordable. The famous Italian pasta was also classified as a healthy and high-quality product, since in Italy pasta is made only from whole flour without any additives.
8. Ireland
Residents of the Emerald Isle have on their table high-quality dairy products, bakery products and locally produced vegetables. Food is available to the vast majority of Irish citizens.
7. Belgium
Belgians are one of the most prosperous nations in Europe. Therefore, it is not surprising that citizens of the country can afford quality food. By the way, food prices in Belgium are by no means low.
6. Austria
Austrian food products are of excellent quality. Well, the ratio of the salaries of citizens of the country to food prices allows the Austrians to eat right, eating fresh and healthy foods daily.
5. Sweden
Experts note the favorable ecology of this Scandinavian country, which allows to obtain high-quality dairy products, cereals, vegetables and fruits. Food prices are constrained by a stable economy, and the quality of the food guarantees the Swedes' commitment to a healthy lifestyle.
4. Denmark
The food situation in Denmark is very similar to the Swedish picture. It is worth noting only a few differences in diet. If in Sweden the lion's share of national dishes is fish, then the Danes are more committed to meat, dairy products and grains.
3. Switzerland
High quality Swiss products do not need separate evidence. Despite the fact that the cost of food in Switzerland is often higher than the average European, the salaries of citizens allow you to purchase almost any food without restrictions.
2. France
The French traditionally adhere to a healthy diet. Almost every family can afford quality local produce: fish, vegetables, cereals, cheeses. Much has been said about the benefits of famous French wines.
1. The Netherlands
This country took the first position in the ranking by the sum of all four criteria: accessibility and quality of food, the impact of nutrition on the health of the nation and the level of food prices. Experts noted that the Dutch get a perfectly balanced diet at a consistently low price.
