In 2023, among EU-27 consumers aged 18 to 19 years, some 15 percent of survey respondents stated they have one or more food intolerances For respondents 60 to 64 years old, the share stood at six percent.
Share of consumers with food intolerances in the European Union (EU-27) in 2023, by age group
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The results are based on four survey waves, which have been aggregated. The average is shown. Out of the 27 EU countries, 18 are included in the coverage.
Supplementary notes
The original survey question was phrased as follows: "Which of these statements about food do you agree with? (multi-pick)". Shown is the share of respondents who answered: "I have one or more food intolerances"
Covers the following EU-27 countries: Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Lithuania, Portugal, Romania
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Nils-Gerrit Wunsch
Research expert covering foods trends in North America, Europe, and the global food system
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