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Statistics About The Most Hated Foods

The most hated foods typically consist of items like liver, blue cheese, and olives according to various surveys and studies.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we delve into some intriguing statistics on the most hated foods around the world. From despised vegetables to detested fruits and disliked cuisines, these findings shed light on the diverse preferences and dislikes across different cultures. Let’s explore the fascinating data that reveals the top culinary dislikes among consumers globally.

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"Brussels sprouts are America's most hated vegetable, according to a survey of 2,000 Americans."

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"An international travel poll found that American food is the most hated cuisine worldwide."

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"An astonishing 70% of US consumers state a dislike for miracle whip, a salad dressing competitor to mayonnaise."

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"Blue cheese is the UK’s most despised cheese, with a whopping 34% of people claiming to hate it."

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"Olives is another food item which people commonly hate, with about 26% expressing a dislike."

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"Vegemite, an Australian yeast extract spread, is disliked by approximately 60% of non-Australian people who try it."

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"In a survey, 17% of respondents claimed they hated tofu in the United States."

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"Eggplant (Aubergine) topped the least favorite vegetable list in a survey involving 2,000 British adults."

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"In Japan, natto is one of the most polarizing foods with many local people having a disdain for it."

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"Cottage cheese remains one of the least popular cheeses, with 33% of American consumers disliking it."

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"Durian fruit is known as the 'world's most hated fruit' due to its strong smell."

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"28% of US Consumers refused to eat sushi, making it one of the most hated dishes."

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"Anchovies are disliked by 45% of diner-goers, according to a survey by Order-In."

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"Black licorice is one of the most hated candies in America, according to CandyStore.com."

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"27% of people detest the taste of raw tomatoes."

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"Coriander dubbed the UK's least favourite herb, often referring it to tasting like "dirt"."

In conclusion, the statistics presented highlight a wide range of commonly disliked foods across different regions and cultures. From Brussels sprouts and miracle whip in the US to blue cheese in the UK, and Vegemite in Australia, it is clear that taste preferences vary significantly. Whether it’s natto in Japan, eggplant in Britain, or sushi and anchovies in the US, certain foods provoke strong negative reactions in a substantial portion of the population. These statistics underscore the subjective nature of food preferences and the diverse array of flavors that can divide opinions.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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