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Global health trends 2026

30 January 2026

Discover the top global health trends shaping retail in 2026, from GLP‑1 impacts to functional foods, holistic wellness and evolving health legislation.

Dan Butler
Senior Insight Analyst
Sneha Haria
Insight Manager
Laura Jacobson
Retail Futures Senior Partner

Health is undergoing a major transformation, reshaping how retailers and suppliers respond to shifting consumer needs, new legislation and accelerating demand for wellbeing solutions. The global health trends 2026 report uncovers the biggest forces redefining the health landscape from the rise of GLP‑1 medications and functional foods to the expansion of holistic wellness and the tightening of global health regulations. This report provides actionable insight to help retail businesses adapt, innovate and lead in a fast‑evolving health market.

July 2025

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