SNAP Bans Led to 12% Decline in Soda Purchases

SNAP bans led to 12% decline in soda purchases

Recipients did not buy more sugary drinks with their own dollars, contrary to a common theory held across the food and beverage industry, a new academic study found. 

SNAP waivers are associated with short-term decreases in soda purchases - Food Politics by Marion Nestle

MAHA has announced a big win. A study of purchase data from states with SNAP food restriction waivers, “Short-Run Impacts of SNAP Restriction Waivers on Beverage Purchases,” finds a 13% decrease in soda purchases within the first two months, with even larger decreases in the poorest households (18.5%).  Yes, 13%, not 12% as the MAHA win poster says. The study: Frisvold DE, Rojas FL.  Short-run impacts of SNAP restriction waivers on beverage purc…