The "UAE Nutritional Supplements Market" is the name of the market for dietary supplements and functional foods in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Nutritional supplements are things that are taken orally and include one or more ingredients to supplement the diet. They include vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and botanical extracts. Functional foods, which give additional health benefits above and beyond their basic nutritional value, include probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids. The market for nutritional supplements in the UAE has grown significantly over the past few years as a result of increased health consciousness among the public and the rise in illnesses associated to lifestyle.
There are many product categories on the market, including those for vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements, sports nutrition, and supplements for weight loss. Global companies like Pfizer, Nestle, and Abbott Laboratories dominate the market, but there are also local rivals like Al Rawabi Dairy Company and Life Pharmacy. In the UAE, nutritional supplements are distributed through a variety of outlets, including pharmacies, health food stores, supermarkets, and online retailers. The UAE government has imposed limitations on the import and sale of nutritional supplements in order to safeguard the quality and safety of the items. The Emirates Authority for Standards and Metrology regulates the nation's dietary supplement labelling, packaging, and advertising (ESMA). The market for nutritional supplements in the UAE is expected to grow over time due to increased consumer health consciousness and the government's emphasis on promoting healthy lifestyles.
The market for nutritional supplements in the UAE has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As people try to defend themselves against the virus, one of the main repercussions has been an increase in demand for immunity-boosting vitamins. Sales of items like zinc, echinacea, and elderberry herbal supplements have surged as a result, as have those of vitamins C, D, and C. The pandemic has, however, also hampered the supply chain for dietary supplements, causing shortages of some items and delivery delays. This has been ascribed to transit delays brought on by lockdowns and other restrictions, as well as manufacturing closures. The pandemic's second effect has been the closing of exercise facilities, which has decreased demand for sports nutrition supplements.
In addition, the popularity of remote work has boosted sedentary behaviour and the focus on weight management, which has raised demand for foods like meal replacements and appetite suppressants. Overall, the COVID-19 pandemic has created both opportunities and problems for the UAE market for dietary supplements. Although supply chain problems and the closing of distribution routes have presented difficulties, the rise in demand for supplements that improve immunity and the emphasis on healthy lifestyles have opened up prospects for expansion.
UAE Nutritional Supplements Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Abbott Laboratories Inc, Al Rawabi Dairy Company, Bayer AG, Danone Groupe, IFFCCO Group, Kellogg Company, Marmum Dairy Farm LLC, Mars Inc, MondelezInc, Monster Beverage Corp, Nestle SA, Now Foods Inc, Otsuka Holding Company Ltd, Otsuka Holdings Co Ltd, Pfizer Inc, RedbullGmbH, S Spitz GmbH, Sanofi, Sapporo Holdings Ltd, The Nature’s BountyCompany, Vitabiotics Ltd.
UAE Nutritional Supplements Market Segmentation:
By Age Group: Based on the Age Group, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Adult, Infants, Seniors, Teenage.
By Type of Dietary Supplements: Based on the Type of Dietary Supplements, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Standard/Non-Herbal, Herbal/Traditional.
By Type of Non- Herbal/ Traditional Dietary Supplements: Based on the Type of Non- Herbal/ Traditional Dietary Supplements, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Co-Enzyme Q 10, Combination of Non-Herbal Dietary Supplements, Fish Oils/Omega Fatty Acids, Glucosamine, Protein Supplements, Others.
By Type of Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements: Based on the Type of Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Combination Herbal Dietary Supplements, Garlic, Ginko Biloba, Yeast, Others.
By Positioning of Dietary Supplements: Based on the Positioning of Dietary Supplements, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Beauty, Bone, Digestive, General Health, Heart Health, Joint, Memory Health, Others.
By Type of Functional Foods: Based on the Type of Functional Foods, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Baby Food, Breakfast Cereals, Cooking Oil Confectionary, Dairy, Fruit Snacks, Snack Bars, Sweet Biscuits.
By Type of Dairy Products: Based on the Type of Dairy Products, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Dairy Based Yoghurt, Milk, Powdered Milk.
By Type of Dairy Based Yoghurt: Based on the Type of Dairy Based Yoghurt, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Reduced Fat, Standard Fats.
By Type of Soft Drinks: Based on the Type of Soft Drinks, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Bottled Water, Energy Drink, FF Concentrates, Sports Drink.
By Product Category: Based on the Product Category, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; FF Soft Drinks, FF Hot Drinks.
By Distribution Channel: Based on the Distribution Channel, UAE Nutritional Supplements Market is segmented as; Department Stores, Direct Selling, Drugstores/Para pharmacies, Hypermarkets, Internet Retailing, Pharmacies/Chemists, Supermarkets.
By Region: This report also provides the data for key regional segments of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Others.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.