Follow the Rabbit The Ripple Effects of GLP-1: How Weight Loss Drugs Transform Society
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Nov 19, 2024 
Susan Cox-Smith, a partner at Changeist and expert on the societal impacts of GLP-1 medications, dives into how these weight loss drugs are transforming our world. She discusses the surprising ripple effects on industries like retail and dining, as companies adapt to a society that may weigh less. The conversation highlights new social divides, psychological benefits for users, and how these drugs are reshaping self-image and relationships with food. Susan raises important questions about access, equity, and the long-term implications of this cultural shift.
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McDonald's Redesign
- McDonald's Big Mac might be redesigned, not for taste or cost, but because customers can't eat the original anymore.
- This is due to the effects of GLP-1 medications and changing consumer preferences.
Cultural Impact
- GLP-1's impact extends beyond health, influencing cultural symbols like McDonald's and political figures like Trump.
- This highlights the drug's broad societal implications.
Psychological Benefits
- GLP-1 users report feeling better, more confident, and having a more positive outlook.
- This suggests the drug impacts self-perception and worldview.