Nutrition consultant Charlotte Radcliffe joins London Chocolate Forum 2026 to examine how the rapid rise of GLP-1 weight-loss treatments is changing chocolate consumption, product innovation and marketing strategy.
London Chocolate Forum 2026 is pleased to announce that Charlotte Radcliffe, Director of The Nutrition Consultant, will present a keynote titled “The GLP-1 Effect on Chocolate Demand, Formats and Marketing.”
The growing adoption of GLP-1 weight-loss medications is becoming one of the most significant consumer health trends of the decade, with implications that extend far beyond healthcare. As millions of people begin using treatments such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, food and drink manufacturers are increasingly considering how changing eating behaviours could influence future product development, purchasing habits and brand communication.
In her keynote, Charlotte will offer a nutrition and consumer behaviour perspective on this emerging trend, exploring how GLP-1 therapies are changing the way consumers approach indulgence, snacking and portion sizes. Rather than asking whether people will stop eating chocolate altogether, the session will examine how treat occasions may evolve and what this could mean for chocolate manufacturers across different product categories and price points.
Global uptake of GLP-1 medications has accelerated dramatically over the past two years, with analysts forecasting continued growth as new treatments become available and access expands. Alongside their clinical success in managing obesity and type 2 diabetes, these medicines are already influencing purchasing behaviour, with early consumer research suggesting users are buying fewer high-calorie snacks while placing greater emphasis on quality, satisfaction and portion control.
For the chocolate industry, these changes present both challenges and opportunities. Charlotte will explore how manufacturers can respond through product and portfolio strategy, whether by refining portion sizes, reformulating products, enhancing premium positioning or reconsidering how chocolate fits into changing consumer lifestyles.
The session will also address one of the industry’s most important considerations: communication. As brands seek to respond to evolving consumer needs, marketers must navigate increasingly complex rules surrounding nutrition messaging, product claims and responsible advertising. Charlotte will discuss the regulatory guardrails surrounding reformulation and health-related communication, alongside practical advice on how businesses can communicate changes credibly while maintaining consumer trust.
“Every year, London Chocolate Forum explores the trends that have the potential to completely change the chocolate industry, and the rise of GLP-1 treatments is undoubtedly one of the most significant. Charlotte brings together expertise in nutrition, regulation and consumer behaviour to help businesses understand not only what is changing, but how they can respond strategically. Her session will provide valuable insight for anyone involved in product development, marketing or innovation,” said Kiran Grewal, Editor, Kennedy’s Confection and Organiser, London Chocolate Forum 2026.
Bringing together nutritional science, consumer insight and commercial strategy, this keynote will provide delegates with a balanced and evidence-based assessment of one of the most talked-about trends currently influencing the global food industry.
