Increasing demand for nutritional and fortifying food additives is one of the major growth drivers. The Global Functional Foods Market size is projected to reach USD 275.77 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period.
Functional ingredients such as probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids are extensively consumed through yogurt and fish oils to reduce the instances and risks associated with cardiovascular diseases while improving the quality of intestinal microflora. The increasing trend of consuming these products is expected to sustain throughout the forecast period, thereby favoring market growth.
Another important factor augmenting the demand is the rising consumer awareness regarding gut health. This is in reaction to reported cases of death owing to intestinal inflammation among other bowel disorders. Consumption of probiotics helps fight bad bacteria in such cases while aiding immunity in humans, thereby enhancing the gut health.
Among the various products available in the market, probiotic yogurts are the most widely consumed products with proven digestive health claims. However, the functional food industry also has its share of challenges. Among various challenges, issues associated with product availability coupled with claims regarding insufficient nutrients derived from various functional food types has been hindering growth of the functional foods market.
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Asia Pacific emerged as the largest market in 2018 owing to a considerable rise in disposable income of consumers. The industry is also strengthened by the support offered by government bodies in various countries in this region. In this regard, to combat concerns associated with malnutrition, various government bodies have been increasingly focusing on food fortification. This development has also been influencing consumer behavior, thereby driving the regional demand for functional food products.
Top Players of Functional Foods Market:
The key market participants include BASF SE; Cargill; General Mills Inc.; Coca-Cola Co.; Standard Functional Foods Group Inc.; GFR Pharma; and KFSU among others.
Market Segmentation of Functional Foods Market:
The Global Functional Foods Market segmented on the basis of Ingredient, Product, Application, and Region.
By Ingredient:
Carotenoids
Dietary Fibers
Fatty Acids
Minerals
Prebiotics & Probiotics
Vitamins
By Product:
Bakery & Cereals
Dairy Products
Meat, Fish & Eggs
Soy Products
Fats & Oils
By Application:
Sports Nutrition
Weight Management
Immunity
Digestive Health
Clinical Nutrition
Cardio Health
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