There are many regional specialties. In the southwest people eat Spätzle (a type of pasta). In Bavaria, dumplings (Knödel) are popular. In the north people enjoy Labskaus, a dish made with boiled potatoes, pickles and corned beef. The German diet is changing because of efforts to improve health and the influence of other cultures. Lighter, lower-fat food is becoming popular, as well as international dishes such as kebabs or pizza. Although wine is popular in many parts of Germany, the national drink is beer. The Germans consume more beer per person than any other nation in the world: