A groundbreaking new study has shed light on the significant impact of weight-loss medications on household grocery bills. According to the research, users of GLP-1 medications, which stimulate the body's natural appetite suppressants, are making substantial savings on snack and treat purchases, with some households cutting their annual grocery bills by over £400. The study, conducted by Worldpanel by Numerator, found that the number of adults using GLP-1s has nearly tripled in the past two years, with 1.9 million individuals now relying on these medications. This surge in usage has led to a notable increase in households with at least one GLP-1 user, from 2.3% in 2024 to 6.3% in the latest survey period.
New research suggests GLP-1 users are buying fewer snacks and treats such as crisps and chocolateBusiness live – latest updatesWeight-loss drugs are saving users’ households more than £400 a year on grocery bills, according to new research, which found use of GLP-1s has nearly tripled in the past two years to 1.9 million adults.Just more than 6.3% of households in Great Britain now include at least one GLP-1 user, according to the survey from Worldpanel by Numerator. This marks a sharp rise from 4.1% of households in 2025 and 2.3% in 2024. Continue reading...
