March 23/Technomic/Business Wire -- Most consumers (76%) say their snacking habits have changed in some way during the past two years, reports a new study by foodservice industry consultant Technomic. More than one-half of consumers snack at least once a day. About one-fifth of consumers (21%) say they are snacking more frequently now, and more than one-third (35%) say they are choosing healthier options than they were two years ago.
The findings are detailed in Technomic's new "Snacking Occasion Consumer Trend Report," which examines snacking behavior, purchase decisions, attitudes and preferences away and at home; at retail establishments and at restaurants; and by consumer demographic.