You can enable volumetric measurements for a custom food (such as cup, mL and L). To do so, provide the specific gravity data (density) for the food.
You can also show the food's analyses per 100mL in the analysis pane by declaring the food as a liquid.
To enable volumetric measures, on the Measures tab:
- Click Edit.
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If the recipe is a liquid–Click the Liquid toggle, this will automatically enable the volumetric measure toggle.
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If the recipe is not a liquid–Click the Volumetric measures toggle. - Enter the number of millilitres (mL) and its accompanying weight in grams (g). For example, enter 100mL = 115g.
- Changes are saved automatically. When you are satisfied with this resource draft, click Publish.
Tip
To find out the specific gravity, you can use kitchen scales to weigh a certain volume of the food. For example, you could use a measuring cup to weigh 250mL of soup which weighs 263g.
Notes
- Now when you use this food as an ingredient in another recipe or in a food record, you can use volume measures to enter its quantity.
- The Volume data provides a Volume Conversion Factor (or specific gravity) for the food so that weight can be converted to volumetric measures.
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