Table 1 Descriptive information of the food images and categories selected for the ImageRate program
From: Assessing food appeal and desire to eat: the effects of portion size & energy density
| Â | Number of Images Included | Examples of Foods in Each Category |
|---|---|---|
Fruit | 18 | Strawberries, ready to eat oranges and mixed fruit platters |
Discretionary foods | 21 | Brownies, ice cream, cakes and high calorie savory foods such as French fries, and potato chips. |
Grains | 16 | Breads, pastas, bagels and cereals |
Dairy | 5 | Different types of cheese and butter |
Vegetables | 15 | Broccoli, baked potatoes, peas and mixed vegetable dishes (e.g., salad or salsa) |
Mixed dishes | 28 | A plate with eggs and hash browns, a basket of fish and chips and pizza with meat and vegetable toppings |
Protein | 24 | A steak, chicken, seafood, and eggs |
Total | 127 | Â |