https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/weight-loss-drugs-give-restaurants-a-new-hurdle-diners-who-eat-lessContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/weight-loss-drugs-give-restaurants-a-new-hurdle-diners-who-eat-lesshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/weight-loss-drugs-give-restaurants-a-new-hurdle-diners-who-eat-less#u103454Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:02:04 +0000Restaurants are facing a sales slump as GLP-1 weight-loss medications curb diner appetites, leading to fewer orders and smaller portions. Gallup polling indicates 11% of U.S. adults now use these drugs, up from 3% in 2024. In response, McDonald's is spending $8.5 billion to overhaul its menu to target GLP-1 users and protein-maxxing trends. This shift has created a financial squeeze for establishments of all sizes, as they grapple with declining consumption patterns and rising operational costs.Why it mattersGLP-1 medications reduce hunger and cravings, changing how consumers interact wit