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In Indonesia, consuming instant noodles has become part of people’s daily habits. Instant noodles are liked by various groups, both children and adults.
Many people like instant noodles because they are easy to make and have a variety of flavors. With various flavors, instant noodles have become one of the favorite foods throughout the world.
Based on data from the World Instant Noodles Association, in 2023 Indonesian people will consume 14.54 billion portions of instant noodles. A very high number, right? So, which countries consume the most instant noodles in the world?
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List of Countries Consuming the Most Instant Noodles in the World
Quoted from the World Instant Noodles Association 2023, the following is a list of countries that consume the most instant noodles in the world:
1. China/Hong Kong: 42.21 billion
2. Indonesia: 14.54 billion
3. India: 8.68 billion
4. Vietnam: 8.13 billion
5. Japan: 5.84 billion
6. United States: 5.1 billion
7. Philippines: 4.39 billion
8. South Korea: 4.04 billion
9. Thailand: 3.95 billion
10. Nigeria: 2.98 billion
11. Brazil: 2.55 billion
12. Russia: 2.2 billion
13. Malaysia: 1.64 billion
14. Nepal: 1.57 billion
15. Mexico: 1.55 billion
16. Egypt: 1.08 billion
17. Taiwan: 91 billion
18. Myanmar: 77 billion
19. South Africa: 57 billion
20. Saudi Arabia: 52 billion
Is Consuming Instant Noodles Every Day Dangerous?
Even though instant noodles have a delicious taste, there are several dangerous effects that can result from consuming instant noodles too often. Here are some of them:
1. Liver Disorders
The preservative content in instant noodles is thought to cause problems with liver health. Apart from that, the high salt content in instant noodles also has the potential to cause liver damage.
The preservatives and salt contained in instant noodles can affect liver function if consumed too often. This increased risk of liver disorders needs to be watched out for, especially for those who frequently consume instant noodles as part of their daily diet.
2. High blood pressure
Apart from the risk of attacking the liver, consuming excessive salt can increase the risk of various health problems such as high blood pressure. If high blood pressure is not treated properly, this condition can trigger a number of serious health complications, such as heart attacks, impaired kidney function, vision problems, and even dementia.
3. Diabetes
Apart from the high salt content, instant noodles also contain high carbohydrates. Consuming large amounts of carbohydrates can increase the risk of metabolic disorders, such as diabetes.
Foods rich in carbohydrates, especially those from processed sources such as instant noodles, can worsen the condition for people with diabetes or increase the risk of developing this disease.
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