Gallery: In Praise of the Purse Avocado! The One Perfect Food for Busy Moms to Carry

Not to be confused with a purse in the shape of an avocado, the purse avocado is exactly what it sounds like: your standard green Haas California Avocado, tucked neatly into your purse of choice. Okay, or more likely thrown in last minute as you're walking out the door with drool on the front of your shirt and wrinkled pants you haven't washed since the kid was born... As a mom always on the run, your go-to momentary munch is probably an apple, cheese stick, protein bar or shake. Admirable. But chances are you haven't ever grabbed an avocado to-go. It may not be typical, but why not? 

Here are some reasons why avocados are the most underrated throw-in-your-purse-and-go snacks.