10.01.09
An expanding aging population and increased consumer awareness have propelled growth for the U.S. bone and joint health ingredients market, according to a new report from Frost & Sullivan, London, U.K. Consumers increasingly seek supplements and functional foods that enhance their wellness quotient and have strong scientific support, the report states. The rise in the incidence of osteoporosis and osteoarthritis also reinforces the need for well-researched ingredients that deliver tangible advantages. The market earned revenues of more than $178 million in 2008 and Frost & Sullivan estimates it will reach $246 million in 2015. The study offers individual market forecasts for calcium, prebiotics, soy isoflavones, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate. In addition, it provides qualitative analysis of ingredients such as vitamin D, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), hyaluronic acid, collagen and other botanicals positioned for bone and joint health benefits. For further information: www.frost.com.