Dossier
Lunchables
Coverage of Lunchables in the Nexus archive.
- People don't trust AI. They do yearn for Lunchables: survey.
A survey by Morning Consult reveals declining trust in AI companies as their usage increases, while nostalgic brands like Lunchables and Capri-Sun see rising consumer trust. The report highlights a preference for familiar, low-tech brands during uncertain times, contrasting with rapid AI advancements and perceived risks.
- Big tobacco uses cigarette playbook to help sell ultra-processed foods, journal reveals
The American Journal of Public Health reveals that big tobacco companies used cigarette marketing strategies to promote ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like Lunchables, which target children. The article highlights parallels between UPF marketing and cigarettes, including health risks such as cardiovascular diseases, certain cancers, and cognitive decline.