The percentage of calcium is only slightly lower than that of calories, likely reflecting consumption of milkshakes and cheese on pizza, burgers, and other sandwiches. The number one choice is beverages, in particular carbonated soft drinks, followed by coffee, then milk. The favorite soft drink is colas, which comes as no surprise. Milk, coffee, and soft drinks are the top choices at home among all items consumed. Tea and orange juice are other favorite beverages consumed away from home and at home.
Cheese is a very popular sandwich filling both at home and away.
Cheese is used alone in grilled cheese sandwiches, with burgers, or with ham or other luncheon meats. Sandwiches eaten out most often are made with a soft white roll, such as a hamburger or submarine roll. Sandwiches eaten at home are most often eaten on white bread. Lettuce salads, French Fries, and mashed potatoes are among the most popular vegetable items eaten at home or away. However, coleslaw is one of the most popular vegetable items eaten away, and cooked vegetables, particularly green beans, are popular items eaten at home.