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The SPLENDID Eating Detection Sensor: Development and Feasibility Study
Janet van den Boer1, Annemiek van der Lee1, Lingchuan Zhou2
1Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour Chair Group, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands.
JMIR Mhealth and Uhealth
|September 6, 2018
Summary
The SPLENDID eating detection sensor shows promise for objective food intake monitoring. User enthusiasm is high, but improved wearer comfort and discreetness are crucial for widespread adoption.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Wearable Technology
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- Current food intake monitoring methods, often self-reported, yield biased and incomplete data.
- Technological solutions for objective food intake measurement are lacking.
- The SPLENDID eating detection sensor, an ear-worn device with microphone and PPG sensor, was developed for complete and objective eating event measurement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore user perceptions and experiences with the SPLENDID eating detection sensor.
- To gather feedback on the sensor's concept, usability, and comfort.
Main Methods:
- User evaluations occurred across four development stages.
- Methods included interviews with health professionals, focus groups with end-users, laboratory testing of prototypes, and semi-controlled and feasibility studies with young adults.
Main Results:
- Users expressed enthusiasm for the eating detection sensor.
- Discreetness and long-term wearer comfort were identified as critical factors.
- The final version received an average wearer comfort score of 3.7/10.
- Discomfort limited daily use to under 2 hours for some participants.
Conclusions:
- The SPLENDID sensor demonstrates technical potential for reliable food intake data collection.
- User enthusiasm is positive, but wearer comfort and discreetness require significant improvement for successful implementation.
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