Market Trends of Middle East & Africa Sports Nutrition Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the MEA Sports Nutrition Market according to our research experts:
Increasing Number of Health and Fitness Centers
The increase in the demand for sports nutrition products is primarily due to the rising preference toward healthy lifestyle, primarily to stay fit. Furthermore, health clubs and gyms are the key trends contributing to the growth of the South American sports nutrition market. Most of the health clubs sell protein supplements, nutrition bars, energy drinks, and similar sports nutrition products. Some health clubs hire dieticians to assist consumers with the selection of these products. Moreover, sports supplements have been witnessing rising popularity and demand due to the increasing number of health centers and fitness clubs across the world, as these function as primary distribution channels for these products. The increasing number of health and fitness centers has been positively influencing the growth of the market, as these centers are involved in the endorsement of sports and fitness nutrition products among their respective consumers.
Rising Demand for Sports Drink
Sports drinks are gaining immense popularity mainly among the young athletes and individuals who are involved in various physical activities. The rising concerns about physical well-being and preference toward healthy lifestyle are driving the growth of the sports drink market. With the rising popularity of fitness programs due to increased emphasis on healthy lifestyle, the consumption of sports drinks is expected to increase significantly, as they help in rehydrating the body. In addition, the sports drink market is benefitted from the millennial generation, due to their inclination toward fitness, high buying capacity, and willingness to pay for health products. Sugar-free or light drinks are the experimental market products that are expected to attract female consumers. Moreover, sports drinks with functional properties paired with all-natural and free-from ingredients recorded the highest number of product launches.
