Avocados From Mexico, the No. 1 selling avocado brand in the United States, has partnered with "Sesame Street," known for its commitment to developing kids' healthy habits, to help educate families about the health benefits of fresh avocados and the importance of maintaining a well-balanced diet.

Research shows 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, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.

Equally as troubling, CDC data suggests that many adults are consuming double their recommended sodium intake, posing serious health risks to many Americans.

Avocados From Mexico wanted to do its part to help and enlisted Chef Pati Jinich — of "Pati's Mexican Table" on PBS — to meet Sesame Street's Elmo, Cookie Monster and Rosita in the kitchen to share health benefits and fun facts about the avocado. From tickling Elmo's taste buds with avocado toast to satisfying Cookie Monster's cookie obsession with easy avo-substitutions, these educational videos show the green superfruit for what it is — versatile and ready for any diet.

"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."

These playful and engaging videos educate families on important avocado benefits, such as:  

•     Avocados contain good fats that help you feel full, delaying feelings of hunger.
  
  
•     Avocados are naturally cholesterol and sodium free. Plus, they contain nearly 20 vitamins and nutrients, including potassium and fiber.
  
  
•     Avocados can be used as a substitute for ingredients that may be higher in saturated fat.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to focus on a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet, but is something families should keep top of mind year-round. Avocados From Mexico can be enjoyed year-round due to the climate in the Mexican state of Michoacán, where Avocados From Mexico bloom. Their good fats and cholesterol free traits make them perfect to enjoy in fun and unexpected ways, and make them perfect addition to a nutritious lifestyle.

To learn more about Avocados From Mexico and Sesame Street's partnership visit www.AvoWellness.com.