1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Snacks are replacing traditional meals, says Ocado

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Traditional mealtimes are being replaced by snacking, according to research by Ocado. The online retailer said its survey found that more than half (51%) of Brits said the traditional meals of breakfast, lunch and dinner had become less important to them. The change is even…

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