Table 2.
Types of items present in vending machines. Snacks (n 531) and beverages (n 618) within vending machines in eighteen recreation and sport facilities in three Canadian provinces were audited between April and July, 2013; half of the facilities were implementing nutrition guidelines
| Item type | Number of items (n) | Proportion of items (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Snacks | ||
| Potato chips (crisps) | 213 | 40·1 |
| Other packaged salty snacks | 76 | 14·3 |
| Chocolate bars | 74 | 13·9 |
| Granola and protein bars | 67 | 12·6 |
| Candy (sweets) | 45 | 8·5 |
| Baked goods | 31 | 5·8 |
| Fruit products | 11 | 2·1 |
| Nuts | 9 | 1·7 |
| Meats | 5 | 0·9 |
| Beverages | ||
| Soft drinks | 189 | 30·6 |
| Water | 139 | 22·5 |
| Sports drinks | 116 | 18·8 |
| Juice | 88 | 14·2 |
| Flavoured water | 53 | 8·6 |
| Dairy and soya beverages | 22 | 3·6 |
| Energy drinks | 11 | 1·8 |
Items were grouped by type according to commonly recognized product categories and/or major ingredients.