The global dairy nutritional and nutraceutical ingredients market is poised for growth.
January 7, 2021
According to "Dairy Nutritional and Nutraceutical Ingredients Market Analysis," a July 2020 publication from Coherent Market Insights, Seattle, the global dairy nutritional and nutraceutical ingredients market was valued at approximately $30.9 billion in 2019.
The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), slated for launch in December, spotlight the special nutrient concerns at each life stage. The second of five major overarching guidelines is "Focus on variety, nutrient density and amount."
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit back in March, life for most Americans took a sharp detour from business as usual. Among other practices, the "new normal" brought with it the social distancing, mask wearing and sharp increase in at-home food preparation that continue to this day.
Toward the end of 2018, I penned a column defending Dairy Foods' coverage of the plant-based dairy-alternative space. The column was in response to reader feedback suggesting such coverage was harming dairy farmers and the dairy processing industry.
Cheese is a healthful food that checks many nutrition boxes and tastes great. It's a valuable source of high-quality protein, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium.
Consumer demand for protein has been driving global new product development since long before the COVID-19 pandemic, and with an increased focus on healthy eating, it likely will continue to gain strength in the future.
In its March 2020 "Top Trends in Dairy 2020" report, London-based GlobalData outlines the key consumer and innovation trends currently impacting the global dairy market.
At 13, my grandson is starting to lift weights to build strength and be more competitive in sports. At 40-plus, my son continues to lift weights to keep his weight in check. And at 60-plus, I lift lighter weights and do yoga to keep my muscles strong and flexible. And each of us has a favorite protein supplement.
Many of today's busy consumers are juggling their careers, families and social lives while striving to maintain healthy lifestyles, both physically and mentally.
The world's population is projected to grow by one-third over the next 30 years, requiring a dramatic increase in food production with fewer natural resources.