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Consumers Turn to Beverages to Boost Mind & Body

Imbibe released its top five U.S. beverage trend predictions for 2021. According to Imbibe, the number one driver of food and beverage trends will be COVID-19.

Boosting energy, limiting fatigue

Energy drinks are a dominant player in the sports nutrition market, making up two-thirds of the market share. The growth has remained steady at around 7.5% since 2018 and is expected to hold steady through 2021.

What’s next for functional beverages

The beverage industry is abuzz with functional innovations, driving the market to an estimated $136.5 billion this year, projected to hit $208 billion by 2024.

Supercharged foods and beverages for athletes

The U.S. sports nutrition market, worth $24.3 billion, forecasts a 4.1% CAGR through 2021. Trends include diverse protein sources, clean sourcing, and innovative ingredients like ginseng and MCT oils.

The consumer is always right: Energy and sports beverage trends

Active consumers seek personalized sports beverages tailored for energy, muscle gain, focus, and recovery. Ingredients vary widely, appealing to diverse needs from bodybuilders to endurance athletes.

Next-gen sports nutrition beverages

This trend has spurred innovation, with brands offering options like keto-friendly protein powders and CBD-enhanced pre-workout mixes. Clean label products, free from artificial ingredients, have become a consumer expectation.

Tips for developing functional beverages

The functional beverage market is diverse, catering to various consumer needs from energy to beauty. With ingredients like mushrooms, adaptogens, and CBD gaining traction, brands differentiate themselves.

Performance ingredients for sports beverages and beyond

Sports nutrition products have expanded beyond specialty stores, now available at local grocers and convenience stores. Brands aim to stand out by offering ingredients supporting cognitive function, mood, energy, and muscle growth.

Clean-label appeal of beets drive new product development

Beets are gaining traction in sports nutrition and beverages due to their nitrates for blood oxygenation and recovery. Beet-It brand uses beets in shots and bars.

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