"Ozempic breath" is boosting Hershey's sales of mints and gum
Summary
Hershey's sales of mints and gum are rising because people using certain weight-loss drugs are buying more breath fresheners. These drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, can cause bad breath or burping, which may increase demand for Hershey’s breath-freshening products.Key Facts
- Hershey’s CEO reported a sales increase for their mints and gum during the first quarter.
- The Ice Breakers brand saw an 8% sales growth over the quarter.
- Weight-loss drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists are linked to increased breath freshener use.
- These drugs include Ozempic and Wegovy.
- Some users report a side effect called "Ozempic breath," which causes bad breath or fishy-smelling burps.
- Bad breath is not officially listed as a side effect by drug makers.
- About 9% of users in a trial reported burping; nausea and vomiting are more common side effects.
- Doctors are still studying how these drugs might affect oral hygiene.
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