Middle East & Africa Functional Foods Market Share by Size and Growth 2028

The functional foods market in the Middle East & Africa is expected to grow from US$ 12,148.25 million in 2021 to US$ 20,921.97 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2021 to 2028.

Heart disease, obesity, cancer, stroke, respiratory disease, injuries, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, influenza and pneumonia, and kidney disease are among the major chronic diseases reported in people. Obesity is becoming one of the most serious public health issues. It contributes to various metabolic ailments, including inflammatory pathologies, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, coronary issues, and diabetes mellitus. Instead of drugs, dietary changes may be recommended to prevent the harmful effects of obesity. Thus, nutrition through functional foods is a good therapeutic option for delivering dietary components capable of treating chronic disease, especially given the rising expense of health care. Functional foodstuffs contain vital nutrients that can help prevent disease, and many are notably high in antioxidants. These molecules neutralize toxic free radicals, thereby preventing cell damage and reducing the risk of several chronic diseases. Functional foods enhance the immune system’s response to infections and help in improving mental health. The improved immune system may also accelerate the treatment of chronic diseases and associated symptoms, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. The rising number of diseases is prompting consumers to place a greater emphasis on healthy eating, which boosts the demand for functional foods. Functional food supplies the human body with appropriate nourishment, vitamins, and minerals, further lowering the risk of diseases. Most modern consumers are aware of dietary intolerances caused by gluten, dairy protein, and trans-fats. Consumers' perception that non-GMO foods are healthier and safer is compelling them to buy gluten-free and lactose-free functional food products. Functional foods, such as probiotics; energy-boosting foods; and vitamin- and mineral-rich food are the healthy food options of the future.. As a result, the rising prevalence of cardiovascular and other chronic diseases is propelling the demand for a healthy diet, triggering the sales of functional food products.

Middle East & Africa Functional Foods Market Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)

Middle East & Africa Functional Foods Market Segmentation

The Middle East & Africa functional foods market is segmented on the basis of product type, category, distribution channel, and country. Based on product type, the market is segmented into bakery and confectionery, dairy and frozen desserts, sweet and savory snacks, breakfast cereals, and others. In 2020, the dairy and frozen desserts segment held the largest share of the Middle East & Africa functional foods market. Based on category, the market is segmented into organic and conventional. In 2020, the conventional segment held a larger market share. Based on distribution channel, the Middle East & Africa functional foods market is segmented into supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialty stores, online retail, and others. In 2020, the supermarkets and hypermarkets segment held the largest share of the Middle East & Africa functional foods market. Further, based on country, the Middle East & Africa functional foods market is segmented into South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the rest of Middle East & Africa. Saudi Arabia contributed a substantial share in 2020.

Abbott; Danone S.A.; GENERAL MILLS, INC; Kellogg Company; Laird Superfood; Nestlé SA; and Unilever PLC are among the leading companies in the Middle East & Africa functional foods market.

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Report Attribute	Details
Market size in 2021	US$ 12,148.25 Million
Market Size by 2028	US$ 20,921.97 Million
CAGR (2021 - 2028)	8.1%
Historical Data	2019-2020
Forecast period	2022-2028
Segments Covered	By Product Type Bakery and Confectionery Dairy and Frozen Desserts Sweet and Savory Snacks Breakfast Cereals By Category Organic Conventional By Distribution Channel Supermarkets and Hypermarkets Convenience Stores Online Retail
Regions and Countries Covered	Middle East and Africa South Africa Saudi Arabia UAE Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles	Abbott Danone S.A. GENERAL MILLS, INC Kellogg Company Laird Superfood Nestlé SA Unilever PLC