Do we know how much we put on the plate? Assessment of the accuracy of self-estimated versus weighed vegetables and whole grain portions using an Intelligent Buffet at the FoodScape Lab

• Published in: Appetite Vol. 81; pp. 162 - 167
• Main Authors: Nørnberg, T.R., Houlby, L., Jørgensen, L.N., He, C., Pérez-Cueto, F.J.A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Elsevier Ltd 01.10.2014
• Subjects: Adult; Denmark; Diet; Edible Grain; Energy Intake; Feeding Behavior; Female; FoodScape Lab; Fruit; Humans; Intelligent Buffet; Male; Meals; Portion Size; Self-estimation; Serving size; Vegetables; Whole grain; Young Adult; Whole grain; Intelligent Buffet; Serving size; Vegetables; Self-estimation; FoodScape Lab

•Danish students’ self-reported portions were thrice bigger than actual servings.•Portion size recommendations may have limited relevance to consumers.•Overestimations contribute to incorrect perception of current intake.•The Intelligent Buffet is a new tool for accurate measurement of food choice....