The brain health supplements market size is projected to reach US$ 20.01 billion by 2031 from US$ 8.24 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 11.7% during 2023–2031. Consumers rising preference for a gummy form of supplements is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
The brain health supplement market growth is attributed to growing public awareness of mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders. Furthermore, it is projected that the growing popularity of natural and herbal health products will support the industry's expansion during the projection period. Increased R&D activity in this sector is anticipated due to the growing desire for multi-efficacy medications that can reduce anxiety, improve brain function, raise energy, and act as antidepressants. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the sports industry's growing desire for athletes to increase their brain efficacy would create growth prospects for the worldwide market.
Brain health supplements strengthen brain function by improving memory concentration, imagination, mood, and inspiration in human individuals. Brain supplements and herbal extracts positively affect brain retention capacity and sharpen memory. Supplements are in the form of pills, capsules, soft gels, liquid or powdered form. The report analyses the basis of product, application, dosage form, distribution channel, age category, and geography. The growth of the global brain health supplements market is driven by the growing prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) and Increasing demand for brain supplements with a growing elderly population. However, the lack of regulations and false claims about brain health supplements hamper the market's growth.
Depression is a mental disorder, different from normal mood fluctuations and temporary emotional responses. It requires proper treatment, like medications, psychological treatments, and general measures like relaxation techniques. Different treatment options are often combined. If depression is recurrent with moderate or severe intensity, it may become a severe health issue. According to estimates by the WHO, 5% of adults (~280 million) suffer from depression globally. Cases of chronic depression are increasing in Europe. According to Eurostat, in 2019, 7.2% of European Union (EU) citizens had chronic depression. The prevalence of depression is higher in Asia-pacific compared to the rest of the world. According to the National Centre for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), there is growing evidence about the role of nutrients in mental health. The adequate consumption of nutrients contributes to better overall health and mental health. Hence, the optimum supply of nutrients as adjunctive therapy to antidepressant treatment is essential for adequate brain functioning. Thus, the growing prevalence of major depressive disorders is driving the growth of the brain health supplements market.
This growth is attributed to the growing mental illness, increasing geriatric population, and product launches by key players. For instance, DHC Ginkgo Biloba Brain Alpha Functional Indication Food is produced by DHC Japan. This supplement improves blood flow to the brain, maintains memory, and improves judgment accuracy. During the forecast period, China holds the largest share of the Asia-Pacific brain health supplement market. Depression is the most prevalent health burden among the Chinese population. According to the World Health Organization, ~54 million people in China suffer from depression, and 41 million suffer from anxiety disorders. According to research published in a Medicine Journal in 2022, the awareness rate of mental health knowledge was 66% among Chinese adolescents. As per Healthy China 2019–2030 targets, by 2030, ~80% of people are expected to access treatment for depression.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the brain health supplements market analysis are product, application, dosage form, category, and, distribution channel.
The geographic scope of the brain health supplements market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.
North America has dominated the market The US holds the largest share of the brain health supplement market in North America. According to the US Government Publishing Office, Washington, 2021, the US military spends ~100 million yearly on brain-enhancing drugs. These drugs are used under specific conditions to improve cognitive test scores and improve sleep for up to 90 hours. Because of continuous operations in training or deployment environments, service members are often challenged to achieve restorative sleep in these stressful environments. The key players in the brain health supplement market are taking initiatives to meet the growing demand for brain health supplements. For example, Health Via Modern Nutrition Inc. developed the Ketone-IQ nutritional brain supplement alongside the US military and top universities. These factors propel the barin health supplemets market in the region. Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR in the coming years.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Brain Health Supplements Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Brain Health Supplements Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2023 | US$ 8.24 Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 20.01 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) | 11.7% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2022 |
| Forecast period | 2023-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Product
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Brain Health Supplements Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Brain Health Supplements Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The brain health supplements market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the brain health supplements market are listed below:
The “Brain Health Supplements Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
North America dominated the global brain health supplements market in 2023.
Growing Prevalence of Major Depressive Disorders and strategic development initiatives by key market players are the major factors impacting the brain health supplements growth.
Rising preference for herbal supplements is likely to create key trend in the brain health supplements market.
Danone SA, Health Via Modern Nutrition Inc., LIQUID HEALTH, INC., Natural Factors, Unilever PLC, Peak Nootropics, Purelife Bioscience Co., Ltd., Quincy Bioscience, Procera Health, Harbin Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. are the leading players operating in brain health supplements market.
The brain health supplement market is estimated to value 20.01 billion in 2031.
11.7% is the expectd CAGR of brain health supplements market.