Boring snacks Brits are fed-up of - from crackers to cereal bars
Boring snacks Brits are fed-up of - from crackers to cereal bars
A poll of 2,000 adults who snack found biscuits, yogurt and nuts also made the top 20 list of dullest foods to nibble on throughout the day.
A study has discovered that the peak time for snacking is at 3pm, often driven by feelings of hunger, boredom, or simply out of habit. With over half of people in Britain confess to snacking between meals every single day.
However, four out of 10 find themselves regularly dissatisfied with their snack choices, and a fifth experience 'snack regret' frequently. Bland snacks like crackers, cereal bars, and rice cakes seem to top the list when it comes to lacklustre nibbling options, based on research findings.
A survey of 2,000 snack-eating adults revealed that even biscuits, yogurt, and nuts are among the top 20 uninspiring snacks enjoyed during the day. Despite this only 5 per cent explore new snack options weekly or more often, some 22 per cent venture into trying new snacks a few times each month.
The study was undertaken on behalf of Ginsters, who have introduced a new snacking range called Pockets, designed to be convenient for munching on the go or at home.
Diversity stars Perri Kiely and Jordan Banjo hit the streets of London to chat to Brits about their fave snacks
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Radio host and member of Diversity, Perri Kiely, who partnered with the Cornish company, shared: "My snack routine is dependent on whatever I can grab in between my morning radio show and next presenting job so finding something that actually satisfies and fits in my pocket? That's a win."
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He added: "Talking to people about their snack habits showed the scale of snack regret – so many aren't satisfied whether they chose a carrot or a scotch egg."
Additionally, the research pinpointed the most popular snacking spots, including at work, outside, and, surprisingly, on public transport.
Crackers and rice cakes made the top 20 list
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Flavour won out as the key factor in quick bites, with 44 per cent of people putting taste at the top of their priority list, while 17 per cent look for a snack that is filling and satisfying, and another 15 per cent value convenience. Over a third also say they often opt for snacks when they need an energy lift.
The most common go-to snacks are biscuits, crisps, and chocolate; however, these are also the snacks individuals are most weary of.
A representative for Ginsters Pockets, boasting five new street food-inspired variations, stated: 'We found that people are craving more variety and quality in their snack choices.
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'It's not just about grabbing the nearest thing anymore; taste and satisfaction really matter.
'That's why we're focused on creating snacks that are tasty, filling and convenient, even in the middle of a hectic day.'
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