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Whey protein shortage looms as use of weight-loss drugs fuels global demand

The Guardian · Jun 9, 2026, 2:00 PM

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Price of dairy product has risen fivefold after users of GLP-1 medications advised to increase protein consumption. The growing popularity of weight-loss drugs has fuelled global demand for whey protein, sparking concerns among industry experts over a potential shortage.The price of whey has risen fivefold to record levels as companies race to secure supplies amid a boom driven by growing use of GLP-1 drugs, such as Mounjaro, which often require higher protein intake to preserve muscle mass. Continue reading...

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