Hardness 1 White asparagus first
section (head part)
(adapted from
Escribano et al., 2010)
Force required to bite
completely through sample
placed between molars
10 Carrot
Initial juiciness 2 Granny Smith apple
(adapted from
Escribano et al., 2010)
Amount of juice released on
the first two chews
9 Watermelon
(adapted from
Escribano et al., 2010)