DALLAS, TX - A is for Avocados.

Avocados From Mexico (AFM) teamed up with the ever-popular Sesame Street to make learning about the health benefits more fun for kids and their parents.

Alvaro Luque, President, Avocados From Mexico"AFM is proud to be working with Sesame Street to educate families about the benefits of nutrient-enriched fruits and vegetables and their important role in a well-balanced diet," Alvaro Luque, President of Avocados From Mexico, said in a press release. "Since Mexican avocados are always in season, fresh avocados can easily be included into Americans' diets and play a meaningful role in improving nutritional intake."

To help deliver this message in a fun and engaging way, AFM and Sesame Street worked with Chef Pati Jinich of PBS’s Pati's Mexican Table. Watch below as she and a few Sesame Street stars explain why avocados are something little ones should ask for:

According to AFM, research has shown that the vast majority of Americans do not meet the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables, nor do many meet the requirements for consumption of essential nutrients.

These videos share avocado facts with parents and children alike, covering a range of important points like:  

• Containing good fats that help you feel full, delaying feelings of hunger.
• Naturally cholesterol and sodium free. Plus, they contain nearly 20 vitamins and nutrients, including potassium and fiber.
• Can be used as a substitute for ingredients that may be higher in saturated fat. Avocados taste great in sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.

AFM also added that those consumer New Year resolutions still come into play, making it a great time to remind consumers to focus on a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet to form year-round habits that incorporate more fresh produce.

AFM supplies avocados year-round, offering a great addition to a nutritious lifestyle.

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