Prior to 1970’s, there was little research on food, culture, behaviors, which addressed Hispanics in America or the socio-demographic factors affecting their health. Three decades later, there is a surge of interest in Hispanics and their health, as a result of dramatic growth in the Hispanic population.
For a variety of reasons, Hispanics aren’t always obtaining adequate early or comprehensive health education. Thus, they can be at a greater-than-average risk for serious health problems. Today, not only healthcare professionals are expected to encourage and facilitate positive behavioral changes in Hispanic consumers, but there is a tremendous amount of information within the food industry to educate consumers about healthy food and better-for-you products.