KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 -- Comfort, to release stress and unwind.

These are among the key reasons why most Malaysians snack, a recent survey has found.

The consumer survey, which was conducted by snacking company, Mondelez International (Malaysia) in June this year managed to garner almost 300 respondents across Malaysia.

The survey aimed to gather insight on the snacking habits of people and their awareness on mindful eating and snacking while having to stay at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Amongst the findings in the six sections survey were:

What affects snacking habits

Local nutritional education consultant Dr Sarvinder Kaur said moods can influence one's snacking habits.

"Snacking can be driven by moods. For example, if som...