Lewes, DE -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/22/2016 -- Report forecast the global functional drinks market to grow at a CAGR of 8.77% during the period 2016-2020.

Functional beverages are a segment of non-alcoholic beverages that contain vitamins, herbs, pre- and probiotic live bacteria and yeasts, non-digestible fiber, amino acids, or additional raw vegetables and fruits. Functional beverages also include RTD teas that have functional benefits, as well as non-dairy beverages that provide nutrition for lactose intolerant individuals or those who are looking to cut down on dairy fats.

These beverages are formulated to provide improved digestion, boost immunity, boost energy and stamina, promote health functions, and provide a feeling of satiation. The beverages also serve the needs of consumers who seek convenience and health benefits while on the go. These two aspects are important factors in product purchase decisions.

Functional beverages provide benefits of:
- Hydration
- Energy
- Health and wellness, including digestive and bone and joint health, and strengthening of the immune system
- Weight management

The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global functional drinks market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market size, the report considers the revenue from the sales of the following products:

- Functional fruit and vegetable juices
- Energy beverages
- Pro- and prebiotic drinks (drinking yogurt and sour milk products)
- Sports beverages
- Functional ready-to-drink (RTD) tea
- Dairy-alternative beverages
- Functional water

The market is divided into the following segments based on geography:
- Americas
- APAC
- Europe
- MEA

According to the report, functional drinks are being marketed as drinks that have additional ingredients to provide a range of health benefits. The presence of ingredients like minerals, vitamins, herbs, amino acids, anti-oxidants, and bacteria help provide beneficial effects to the body such as improved mental strength, enhanced immune system, improved heart rate, hydration and electrolyte replenishing benefits post exercise, improved digestive health, and intestinal flora and gut function.

Further, the report states that maintaining taste and functional benefits is the key to a product's success. Formulating a functional beverage that has taste, nutritional ingredients, good mouthfeel, and quality is challenging.

Global Functional Drinks 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.

key players in the Global Functional Drinks Market: Coca-Cola, Danone, Monster Beverage, PepsiCo, Red Bull, and Yakult.

Other Prominent Vendors in the market are: Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), Campbell Soup, Del Monte Pacific, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Fonterra, GlaxoSmithKline, JDB Group, Kraft Heinz, Living Essentials, Nestlé, Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Rockstar, Suntory, TC Pharmaceutical Industries, The Hain Celestial Group, Unilever, Uni-President, Welch's, and White Wave Foods.

Market driver
- Health benefits associated with functional drinks
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Market challenge
- Challenges in product formulation
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Market trend
- Increase in use of natural ingredients and botanicals in functional drinks
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Key questions answered in this report
- What will the market size be in 2020 and what will the growth rate be?
- What are the key market trends?
- What is driving this market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in this market space?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

Spanning over 63 pages and 28 Exhibit "Global Functional Drinks Market 2016 - 2020" report covers Executive summary, Scope of the report, Market research methodology, Introduction, Market landscape, Market segmentation by product, Geographical segmentation, Market drivers, Impact of drivers, Market challenges, Impact of drivers and challenges, Market trends, Vendor landscape, Key vendor analysis.

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