In this article, we will discuss the numerous health benefits of probiotics, and why we think the global probiotics market will deliver strong growth in the coming years. Nutraceutical products have become a hot topic for many consumers, particularly in western countries, as they have a plethora of health benefits. In many cases, nutraceutical products such as probiotics can help provide a natural remedy for many types of issues, including gut health issues. However, Probiotics often produce mixed results for people, but overall they have extensive health benefits and a relatively high likelihood of improving your gut health.
Probiotics, which are commonly consumed by people in Northern European countries, have been known to provide many health benefits, particularly digestive health benefits. Some of the most common foods that contain probiotics include yogurt, kefir, kombucha, tempeh, and miso, to name a few. Moreover, consumers often choose to take probiotic supplements, in addition to or as a replacement for foods that contain probiotics. In our view, it may be ideal to naturally find ways to include probiotic foods in your diet first and to slowly increase the amount of probiotics that you consume.
The global probiotics market is consequently well positioned for robust growth in the next decade, as consumers increasingly become aware of the health benefits of probiotics, and search for nutraceutical products that provide these health benefits. The market is projected to deliver a CAGR of 7.2% through 2028 according to Grandview Research. Although probiotics are already found in many types of commonly consumed foods, nutraceutical companies can still provide additional foods and supplement options to fill in the gaps.
Health Benefits of Probiotics
General Health Benefits
People often consume probiotic supplements or food with probiotics because probiotics have good bacteria, which can help improve a person’s gut health. Probiotics have been linked with many health benefits, including digestive health, immune function, and other health benefits. A recent article by Harvard Health mentioned that probiotics potentially produce multiple health benefits, and have been used in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions such as Crohn’s disease, H. pylori, irritable bowel syndrome, and urinary tract infections. A recent study posted on NCBI noted how probiotics had the potential to help with Chrohn’s disease, although it was still too early to verify this. While there is ample research available regarding the health benefits of probiotics, information about how probiotics can help specific conditions is much more limited.
Overall, your gut health can suffer if you had a poor diet in the past or have other health issues, and consuming probiotics can be an efficient long-term solution to restoring your health. It is crucial to note that the introduction of probiotics into your diet may be shocking at first. Furthermore, probiotics alone may not be the best solution for more complex health issues, so it is best to take a balanced approach.
Promoting Mental Health
Gut problems can result in a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. These symptoms occur because of the gut-brain connection, which means that having gut problems can result in mental health issues and that mental health issues can sometimes cause issues with your stomach. In some cases, it can be very difficult for patients who are suffering from both at the same time and are unsure if one is actually causing the other problems. Probiotics can be one of many natural remedies for these types of problems. However, most of the studies have merely concluded that probiotics may be able to improve someone’s mood and cognitive function and that there is not yet enough conclusive evidence to suggest this. Furthermore, probiotics are likely not a one size fits all solution, given the drastic variance in symptoms of mental health issues, not to mention the diversity of contributing factors. Finally, gut health may also play a crucial role in cognitive functioning and can be seen as one of many ways to naturally preserve your brain health. Other positive factors to add to your lifestyle include reducing stress, sleeping more, and consuming products that help to fight inflammation and oxidative stress.
Assisting with digestion and preventing diarrhea
Studies have shown that probiotics are useful in improving digestion and combatting multiple types of diarrhea. Probiotics can be a beneficial natural solution to treat diarrhea or issues associated with food poisoning. It can even be used to help lower the risk of getting traveler’s diarrhea. Another study noted that probiotics were able to reduce cases of antibiotics associated diarrhea by 52% and reduce traveler’s diarrhea by 8%. The results also showed that probiotics were most useful in reducing the symptoms experienced in children by 57%, compared to 26% in adults. Therefore, it may be useful to take probiotics or to consume food containing probiotics following the onset of diarrhea or other digestive issues. Furthermore, probiotics seem to be most useful in alleviating symptoms that were caused by excessive antibiotic use, by helping the body balance.
Other health benefits
Probiotics can also assist with heart health and asthma, according to some studies. Furthermore, probiotics can also help you have a stronger immune system, which can help fight various types of diseases. Finally, consuming probiotics can also assist with weight loss if combined with a healthy diet. It is crucial for you to talk to your doctor if you are planning to take probiotic supplements, as symptoms and side effects can vary depending on a variety of unique and complex factors. It may be much safer to focus on consuming foods high in probiotics and to monitor the impact on your personal health.
Industry Growth Prospects
The health benefits of probiotics are numerous, which bodes well for the growth prospects of companies that sell probiotic supplements or foods that contain probiotics. The probiotics market will surpass $77 billion in value by 2025, and the probiotics beverage segment will be one of the primary beneficiaries of this growth. Furthermore, the probiotics market in the Asia Pacific region is poised to grow at a CAGR of 9.6% through 2025, as incomes rise among the younger generation.
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