Optional items such as condiments, sauces, margarine, etc. add sensory appeal and need to be within each person's limit for fat, sugar, and sodium. There is also guidance about consuming sugar and sodium in moderation. Eating plenty of vegetables, fruits, and grain products ensures adequate complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber. Sensory Factors of Food Food is judged first by its appearance and aroma. Then, a person's sense of taste and mouth feel evaluates the food.
Sensory appeal needs to be planned on the basis of contrasts.
Flavor, taste, texture, color, form, temperature and method of preparation all influence sensory appeal. Flavor - strong, mild, distinct One distinctly flavored food in a meal is recommended. A meal made up entirely of mild flavored foods lacks zip. Different flavors in a meal are usually appreciated rather than repeating the same flavor. A meal pleases most when all taste sensations are perceived.