Table 4.
Comparison of the portion sizes of snacks and beverages with recommended portion limits
| Food categories (n) | Mean portion size (SD) | Within portion limit (%) | Maximum portion limita |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snacks | |||
| Confectionery (92) | 113 g (85) | 52% | 50 g |
| Sweet Biscuits (21) | 90 g (2) | 0% | 50 g |
| Muesli/nut bars (119) | 59 g (22) | 40% | 50 g |
| Nuts/legume snacks (51) | 61 g (19) | 65% | 50 g |
| Chocolate (298) | 52 g (17) | 67% | 50 g |
| Chips/extruded snacksb (490) | 45 g (8) | 95% | 50 g |
| Beverages | |||
| Water (355) | 571 ml (65) | Not applicable | No restriction |
| Diet beverages (170) | 551 ml (105) | 19% | 500 ml |
| Soft drinks (393) | 507 ml (109) | Not applicable | Should not be sold |
| Dairy beverages (208) | 468 ml (66) | 100% | 500 ml |
| Energy/sports drinks (127) | 412 ml (138) | Not applicable | Should not be sold |
| Fruit juice (47) | 354 ml (33) | 96% | 400 ml |
aMaximum portion size limits listed in the Healthy Food and Drink Framework by the State Ministry of Health
bExtruded snacks: snacks made from the extrusion of cereal flours or starches