A growing consumer interest in high-protein diets has led to a significant increase in the development of new dairy ingredients in the United States, as well as the development of new food products on a global scale.
For example, we’ve seen strong growth in Greek yogurt, protein drinks and protein in breakfast foods due to research that shows dairy proteins support muscle recovery, weight management and satiety. In addition, the demand for high-protein, low-lactose beverages and foods has been increasing rapidly in recent years.