Snacks and Cravings

Snacking

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A person in a convenience store aisle choosing a healthier snack over candy, reflecting the impact of weight loss drugs on snacking choices.
Snack News

Weight loss drugs and gummies change how Americans choose snacks

Impulse candy purchases plummeted 10% at a major convenience store chain in neighborhoods with high GLP-1 prescription rates.

Siobhan Walsh·August 3, 2026
A diverse array of innovative and healthy snack products displayed in a modern supermarket setting, highlighting the growth of better-for-you options.
Healthy Bites

Innovators Seize Better-For-You Snacking Opportunities in 2026

In late May 2026, PepsiCo, a titan of the snack industry, launched PopCorners Protein, a chip boasting 9 grams of protein per serving.

Aylin Kaya·June 5, 2026
Diverse Gen Z friends enjoying a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as healthy snacks in a sunlit, modern kitchen.
Healthy Bites

Gen Z's Snacking Revolution: How Health, Taste, and Social Influence Reshape the US Market

Generation Z is fundamentally reshaping the US snack market by prioritizing a complex blend of health, taste, convenience, and social influence. Understanding these evolving habits is crucial for snack brands and retailers to adapt their strategies.

Dr. Lena Hanson·May 12, 2026