Studies have been showing a significant impact of GLP-1 drugs on food consumption. People on these drugs eat less overall, shift toward protein and fresh produce, and move away from sugar, processed snacks, and refined carbs. Food manufacturers have been paying attention. And over the past 18 months, their responses have gone from “let’s wait […]
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