A new survey reveals Hispanic consumers like the idea of fresh avocados playing a role in healthy snacks and overall nutrition goals.
In the study by Aguacates Frescos-Saborea Uno Hoy — supported by the Hass Avocado Board — more than 90% linked keeping snacks between meals nutritious as key to achieving their overall healthy living goals, according to a news release. The online survey, conducted in January, polled more than 500 Hispanic consumers age 21-38.
The majority of those surveyed, according to the release, expressed interest in ways to include good sources of fiber like fresh avocado into their snack routines.
“Snacks with creamy avocados can be a satisfying, even indulgent highlight of a reduced-calorie diet,” Sylvia Melendez-Klinger, registered dietitian and Saborea Uno Hoy paid spokeswoman, said in the release.
“Everyone gets tempted by unhealthy snacks. To help keep diets on track, I’m supportive of lining up a snacking buddy at home or work and stocking up on nutrient-dense choices like fresh avocados to ensure there are always appetizing, healthy options within reach.”
A new collection of sharable, fresh avocado snack recipes under 200 calories is now available at SaboreaUnoHoy.com in English and Spanish, according to the release.
