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People are busier than ever in New York City. And they are eating more frequently in shorter amounts of time. So it\u2019s no surprise that snacking has become part of just about everyone\u2019s lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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In an effort to understand this consumer trend, Mintel, the research firm, surveyed consumers on their snacking habits and found that salty snacks<\/a> have become the new comfort food.<\/p>\n

Three in five (62 percent) of consumers are eating salty snacks as a stress reliever, compared to 16 percent a year ago. What\u2019s more, 30 percent eat salty snacks when they are bored, with half (51 percent) agreeing that salty snacking is a good way to relieve boredom compared to 25 percent who said this a year ago.<\/p>\n

\u201cConsumption of salty snacks is largely driven by emotion, including stress and boredom,\u201d says Amanda Topper, senior food analyst at Mintel. \u201cConsumers are looking for ways to manage their well being, and the impact of food on emotional and mental health is becoming more important.\u201d<\/p>\n

This is especially true for parents, the majority of whom say salty snacks relieve stress. \u201cNot only do parents\u2019 hectic lifestyles force them to snack while on the go, but the majority who buy salty snacks agree that snacking throughout the day is a healthy alternative to regular meals,\u201d Topper says. \u201cBrands that highlight health and wellness benefits can appeal to parents that are often buying snacks that can be consumed by themselves and their children.\u201d<\/p>\n

Parents are increasingly likely to snack on salty options while on the go (41 percent say they do this), at work (36 percent) and throughout the day (34 percent). Parents are more likely than non-parents to see snacking as a stress reliever (73 percent versus 55 percent).<\/p>\n

Fifty-eight percent of parents say it\u2019s healthier to snack throughout the day than eat regular meals (compared to 21 percent of non-parents).<\/p>\n

As much as they like salty snacks, consumers aren\u2019t any less interested in eating what\u2019s good for them. Mintel found that\u00a0three quarters (74 percent) of consumers are interested in healthier salty snacking options.<\/p>\n

Three in five consumers (61 percent) say salty snacks have too many artificial ingredients, while four in five (79 percent) find it important \"\"<\/a>to be able to recognize the ingredients in salty snacks.What\u2019s more, 58 percent of salty snack purchasers agree that it is important to buy salty snacks that contain only a few ingredients.<\/p>\n

But when it comes to snacks<\/a>, nothing is more important than taste.<\/p>\n

Three in five consumers agree that taste is more important than how healthy a salty snack is. A new flavor (38 percent) is the most influential purchasing factor for salty snackers, along with spicy flavor (30 percent) and limited-edition\/seasonal flavor (22 percent).<\/p>\n

Which is not to say that taste and health are polarizing Americans. Four in five (82 percent) agree that salty snacks can be both healthy and tasty.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile consumers are concerned about ingredients and express interest in seeing healthier options on shelves, they still want to indulge, and flavor is a highly motivating factor. Brands that focus on products with bold, new flavors that incorporate simple ingredients will offer the best of both worlds to consumers,\u201d says Topper.<\/p>\n

For more information about healthy snack<\/a> options\u00a0for your New York City breakroom, contact your New York City vending partner\u00a0 Healthy Vending<\/a> at 917.572.3671<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> to discuss your customized break room solution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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