Picky Eater Test

What is Picky Eating?

Picky eating refers to a selective or restrictive eating pattern where individuals have strong food preferences and often avoid or refuse certain food groups or specific foods. Unlike ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), which is a clinical diagnosis, picky eating is more common and typically doesn't severely impact overall nutrition or daily functioning in most cases. People who are picky eaters may: • Avoid certain food groups (vegetables, fruits, proteins) • Be sensitive to food textures or appearance • Experience anxiety when trying new foods • Prefer familiar meals and resist food changes • Have a limited repertoire of "safe" foods Picky eating is most common in childhood but can persist into adulthood. While some selectivity is normal, severe picky eating can impact nutrition, social situations, and quality of life. Our test helps you assess where you fall on the spectrum of food selectivity.