In 15th century England, 80% of income was spent on food. Of that amount, 20% was spent on bread alone. By 2013 only 10% of private expenditure in the U.S. was spent on food, a figure which is itself inflated by the amount Americans spend in restaurants.

In 15th century England, 80% of income was spent on food.
Of that amount, 20% was spent on bread alone.

By 2013 only 10% of private expenditure in the U.S. was spent on food, a figure which is itself inflated by the amount Americans spend in restaurants. https://t.co/g0RLWpy1wf

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