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Starbucks removed the blending powder used in its blended refreshers from U.S. stores after baristas in California reported coughing and sneezing when handling the powder, which was meant to preserve the drink’s slushy texture, prompting a safety review and a product-safety halt.
A Deutsche Bank survey found that calorie consumption declines when patients take GLP-1 medications like Novo Nordisk's Ozempic or Wegovy, but once the medication is stopped, calorie intake rises again, sometimes even surpassing pre-treatment levels. The survey also revealed that interest in weight loss programs may be peaking, which could be a good time for investors to hold food and beverage stocks. Additionally, the survey results align with the understanding that appetite can return strongly after stopping GLP-1 therapy, highlighting the long-term implications of anti-obesity medications on the food and beverage industry.