The Global Low-Calorie Food Market Is Experiencing High Demand from Consumers Owing To the Increase of Obesity-Related Diseases in the World

 

Light or low-calorie food often doesn't deliver all that they claim. Just because they're low calorie doesn't mean they're necessarily healthier; they can still contain several key substitutes. And as far as long-term weight control goes, recent long-term studies have shown that highly processed, high-calorie diet foods contribute very little, if any, to long-term weight control. Instead, the real culprit has processed foods themselves, not the seemingly magical low-calorie alternatives they contain.

One of the keys to getting the right nutrients is to avoid the highly processed, pre-packaged varieties. Many "low carb" versions are very high in empty calories such as sugar and fake carbohydrates such as sucrose, which are useless sources of nutrition. Instead, look for real, fresh produce and whole-grain bread and cereals. Natural whole foods are loaded with nutrients such as zinc, iron, and several B vitamins.

The rising cases of obesity-related diseases in the world are the main driving factor of the global low-calorie food market. For instance, according to Woodruff Lab, in 2020 around 72% of females and 83% of males in the world were obese or overweight. Increasing health awareness among consumers is resulting in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and is thus accelerating the growth of the global low-calorie food market. Moreover, increasing adoption of healthy lifestyle practices such as consumption of healthy food along with gym and yoga is positively affecting the market growth.

The secret to losing weight has two components: burn more calories than eating and build muscle. With today's hectic and polluted environment, it's difficult to eat less and work out. However, a diet plan that's based on cutting out all carbohydrates and relying solely on fat is the perfect solution for people looking to control their weight and improve their health. A diet high in lean protein and low in saturated fats are also a great option for people who want to control their fat and calorie intake while improving their overall health. However, the taste is the main factor that limits the consumption of many low-calorie foods. Additionally, the high price of the foods is hankering the growth of the global low-calorie food market.

The incidence rate of obesity is very high in North America, which is accelerating the growth of the global low-calorie food market. For instance, according to Healthline Media, currently, around 32.5% of adults in the U.S. are overweight and around 36.5% are obese. Moreover, the increased consumption of fried foods in the region is resulting in the development of various types of chronic diseases, which are pushing people in consuming healthier foods, and are benefiting the market. Owing to these factors, there have been some industrial developments in the global low-calorie food market. For instance, in June 2019, Nestle SA declared that it has developed a way to reduce the sugar amount in chocolate by around 40%.