Research and Markets - Global Meal Replacement Market 2016-2020 - Growth of E-commerce Sector With Abbott Nutrition, Herbalife, Kellogg & SlimFast Dominating

DUBLIN, May 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Meal Replacement market 2016-2020"  report to their offering. 

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The global meal replacement market to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% during the period 2016-2020. 

Global Meal Replacement Market 2016-2020, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. 

Meal replacement products provide 200-250 calories per serving and are fortified with more than 20 vitamins and minerals; they do not contain fat or sugar. They are mainly intended for weight control and act as a substitute for a solid meal containing all the major nutrients. They are designed to replace one or two meals per day. 

Growth of e-commerce sector is one of the major factor driving the market. The factor behind this trend is the increased effort by retailers to shift online to gain better visibility and offer purchasing convenience. In addition, on-the-go meal replacements will further augment the demand during the forecast period. 

According to the report, one of the emerging drivers in the market is the growing popularity of protein bars. They are considered to be high in proteins and fibers and low in carbohydrates and sodium, and they also contain vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Most people consume protein bars as a health supplement to counter nutrition loss and as an on-the-go breakfast. 

Further, the report states that one of the main challenges is the ignorance about meal replacement products. There are sections of the global population that are ignorant about the benefits of having an adequate intake of proteins, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, and their benefits in everyday life. 

Key vendors 

- Abbott Nutrition 
- Herbalife 
- Kellogg 
- SlimFast 

Other prominent vendors 

- Amazing Grass 
- Glanbia 
- GSK 
- Healthy 'N Fit International 
- Kraft Heinz 
- MET-Rx 
- Nouveau Dietetique 
- Nutiva 
- Nutrisystem 
- Onnit Labs 
- Orgain 
- Ultimate Superfoods 

Key Topics Covered: 

Part 01: Executive summary

Part 02: Scope of the report

Part 03: Market research methodology

Part 04: Introduction

Part 05: Market landscape

Part 06: Market segmentation by product type

Part 07: Geographical segmentation

Part 08: Key leading countries

Part 09: Market drivers

Part 10: Impact of drivers

Part 11: Market challenges

Part 12: Impact of drivers and challenges

Part 13: Market trends

Part 14: Vendor landscape

Part 15: Appendix

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