6 Unbelievable Thanksgiving
Food Consumption Facts.
According to a YouGov poll conducted
in 2013, an estimated 85 percent of
Americans celebrate Thanksgiving.
The holiday, which is traditionally celebrated
by piling your plate high, creates an influx of
food consumption stats in the country. .
Here are six unbelievable facts about the foods
Americans consume in celebration of Thanksgiving.
1. An estimated 46 million turkeys
are eaten around Thanksgiving.
2. Most people consume an average of 2,500 to
4,500 calories during their Thanksgiving meal.
3. Thanksgiving is responsible for 40 percent of
Campbell’s annual cream of mushroom soup sales. .
4. 80 million pounds of cranberries
are consumed during Thanksgiving.
5. 214 million pounds of potatoes are purchased
in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving.
6. Nearly 19 million pre-made pies
are purchased ahead of the holiday
