Top 10Updated 2026年3月15日
Top 10 Countries by Dietary Vegetable Diversity Index
This ranking is based on the 2026 Global Dietary Diversity Database, measuring the average annual variety of unique vegetable species consumed per capita. This index highlights the intersection of agricultural biodiversity, culinary traditions, and public health nutrition patterns across nations.
Current #1
China
Interesting Facts & Summary
Dietary Diversity and Agricultural Civilization
This ranking highlights an intriguing trend: Equatorial nations rich in biodiversity and East Asian civilizations characterized by intensive farming lead the list. Key takeaways:
- China tops the list due to its vast culinary history and the 'food as medicine' philosophy.
- Vietnam has seen a rapid rise due to the extensive use of fresh herbs and diverse leafy greens.
- Mediterranean countries (e.g., Italy, Greece) excel in vegetable volume but slightly lag in the raw count of unique plant species compared to tropical or East Asian counterparts.
- Higher dietary diversity is strongly correlated with better nutritional absorption and lower rates of chronic disease.
| Rank | Country | Average Annual Species Count | Key Vegetable Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|
China | 142 | Cruciferous, root vegetables, medicinal plants | |
Vietnam | 128 | Aromatic herbs, tropical greens, aquatic vegetables | |
India | 115 | Leguminous, cucurbits, spice vegetables | |
| 4 | Ethiopia | 102 | Native leafy greens, pea shoots, tubers |
| 5 | Thailand | 98 | Wild-harvested, edible flowers, tropical gourds |
| 6 | Peru | 94 | Andean tubers, peppers, perennial herbs |
| 7 | Italy | 89 | Asteraceae, nightshades, brassicas |
| 8 | Mexico | 85 | Cactus (nopales), zucchinis, beans |
| 9 | Japan | 82 | Sansai (wild plants), mushrooms, root crops |
| 10 | Greece | 78 | Wild greens (horta), Mediterranean herbs |
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