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World Service,2 mins

Are snacks killing off traditional mealtimes?

The Food Chain

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The line between snacks and meals is becoming increasingly blurred; 47% of adults can't get through the day without a snack, according to a US study. Tamara Barnett of the Hartman Group, who authored the report, explains the rise of the phenomenon dubbed 'snackification'. (Image: a bowl of crisps and popcorn. Credit: Getty Images)

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