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Medical Nutrition Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2020-2030F

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  • 185 Pages
  • March 2025
  • Region: Global
  • TechSci Research
  • ID: 5922194
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The Medical Nutrition Market was valued at USD 62.20 Billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 96.40 Billion by 2030, rising at a CAGR of 7.72%. The global medical nutrition market encompasses a diverse range of specialized nutritional products and supplements designed to address specific medical conditions and nutritional needs. These products are utilized by individuals who require tailored nutrition solutions due to various health issues, including malnutrition, chronic diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, and more. For instance, According to the World Health Organization in 2022, approximately 149 million children under the age of 5 were estimated to be stunted, while 45 million were considered wasted globally.

The South Asia sub-region bears a significant burden of malnutrition among children under 5 years old. Also, the UN reports that Asia’s undernourished population rose from 361.3 million in 2019 to 418.0 million in 2020, with the prevalence of undernourishment increasing from 7.9% to 9.0%. Medical nutrition refers to the specialized use of nutrients, tailored diets, and therapeutic food formulations to manage specific health conditions, support recovery, and improve overall well-being.

It is an essential component of healthcare, targeting conditions such as malnutrition, chronic illnesses, metabolic disorders, and recovery from surgeries or injuries. Medical nutrition includes oral supplements, enteral feeding (tube feeding), and parenteral nutrition (intravenous feeding) when regular diets are insufficient. Designed under medical supervision, it addresses individual nutritional deficiencies, optimizes health outcomes, and prevents complications. Medical nutrition plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for patients across various medical conditions.

Key Market Drivers

Rising Health Awareness

In recent years, a notable shift has occurred in how people perceive health and wellness. There is an increasing awareness of the profound connection between nutrition and well-being, which has significantly contributed to the growth of the global medical nutrition market. This heightened health consciousness is driving individuals to seek specialized nutrition solutions, making the medical nutrition market a dynamic and rapidly expanding industry. For instance, The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the global population aged 60 and over is projected to grow substantially, increasing from approximately 1 billion in 2020 to about 1.4 billion by 2030. Furthermore, it is expected to nearly double by 2050, reaching around 2.1 billion.

Rising health awareness has prompted a paradigm shift from reactive healthcare to proactive health management. Individuals are increasingly taking charge of their well-being by adopting healthier lifestyles and actively seeking ways to prevent health issues. Medical nutrition plays a crucial role in this shift, offering a means to prevent and manage health conditions through tailored dietary interventions.

Key Market Challenges

Stringent Quality Assurance

Quality assurance is paramount in the medical nutrition market. Ensuring the safety and efficacy of these products is a complex process, with strict standards set by regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Adherence to these standards is essential to maintain consumer trust, which can be a challenge for smaller manufacturers and new entrants in the market.

Key Market Trends

Personalized Nutrition

Personalization is a dominant trend across the food and nutrition industry, and medical nutrition is no exception. The future of medical nutrition is increasingly individualized, with tailored solutions that account for a person's unique health status, dietary preferences, and genetics. This trend is enabled by the growing understanding of nutrigenomics, which explores how an individual's genes interact with their diet, allowing for precision nutrition recommendations.

Key Market Players

  • Abbott Nutrition Ltd
  • Nestle Health Science SA
  • Baxter Healthcare Corp
  • B Braun SE
  • Danone SA
  • Perrigo Co PLC
  • Fresenius Kabi AG
  • AYMES Nutrition
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
  • Ajinomoto Cambrooke Inc.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Medical Nutrition Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Medical Nutrition Market, By Route of Administration:

  • Oral and Enteral
  • Parenteral

Medical Nutrition Market, By Application:

  • Malnutrition
  • Metabolic Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases
  • Cancer
  • Neurological Diseases
  • Others

Medical Nutrition Market, By End User:

  • Pediatric
  • Adult

Medical Nutrition Market, By Region:

  • North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • United Kingdom
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
  • Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Kuwait

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
1.2.1. Markets Covered
1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
5.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
5.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
5.2.4. By Region
5.2.5. By Company (2024)
5.3. Product Market Map
5.3.1. By Route of Administration
5.3.2. By Application
5.3.3. By End User
5.3.4. By Region
6. North America Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
6.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
6.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
6.3.1. United States Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.1.1.1. By Value
6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.1.2.1. By Route of Administration
6.3.1.2.2. By Application
6.3.1.2.3. By End User
6.3.2. Canada Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.2.1.1. By Value
6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.2.2.1. By Route of Administration
6.3.2.2.2. By Application
6.3.2.2.3. By End User
6.3.3. Mexico Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.3.1.1. By Value
6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.3.2.1. By Route of Administration
6.3.3.2.2. By Application
6.3.3.2.3. By End User
7. Europe Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
7.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
7.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
7.3.1. Germany Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.1.1.1. By Value
7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.1.2.1. By Route of Administration
7.3.1.2.2. By Application
7.3.1.2.3. By End User
7.3.2. United Kingdom Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.2.1.1. By Value
7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.2.2.1. By Route of Administration
7.3.2.2.2. By Application
7.3.2.2.3. By End User
7.3.3. France Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.3.1.1. By Value
7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.3.2.1. By Route of Administration
7.3.3.2.2. By Application
7.3.3.2.3. By End User
7.3.4. Italy Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.4.1.1. By Value
7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.4.2.1. By Route of Administration
7.3.4.2.2. By Application
7.3.4.2.3. By End User
7.3.5. Spain Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.5.1.1. By Value
7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.5.2.1. By Route of Administration
7.3.5.2.2. By Application
7.3.5.2.3. By End User
8. Asia-Pacific Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
8.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
8.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
8.3.1. China Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.1.1.1. By Value
8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.1.2.1. By Route of Administration
8.3.1.2.2. By Application
8.3.1.2.3. By End User
8.3.2. Japan Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.2.1.1. By Value
8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.2.2.1. By Route of Administration
8.3.2.2.2. By Application
8.3.2.2.3. By End User
8.3.3. India Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.3.1.1. By Value
8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.3.2.1. By Route of Administration
8.3.3.2.2. By Application
8.3.3.2.3. By End User
8.3.4. Australia Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.4.1.1. By Value
8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.4.2.1. By Route of Administration
8.3.4.2.2. By Application
8.3.4.2.3. By End User
8.3.5. South Korea Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.5.1.1. By Value
8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.5.2.1. By Route of Administration
8.3.5.2.2. By Application
8.3.5.2.3. By End User
9. South America Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
9.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
9.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
9.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
9.2.4. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
9.3.1. Brazil Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.1.1.1. By Value
9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.1.2.1. By Route of Administration
9.3.1.2.2. By Application
9.3.1.2.3. By End User
9.3.2. Argentina Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.2.1.1. By Value
9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.2.2.1. By Route of Administration
9.3.2.2.2. By Application
9.3.2.2.3. By End User
9.3.3. Colombia Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.3.1.1. By Value
9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.3.2.1. By Route of Administration
9.3.3.2.2. By Application
9.3.3.2.3. By End User
10. Middle East and Africa Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
10.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.2.1. By Route of Administration (Oral and Enteral, Parenteral)
10.2.2. By Application (Malnutrition, Metabolic Disorders, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Cancer, Neurological Diseases, Others)
10.2.3. By End User (Pediatric, Adult)
10.2.4. By Country
10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
10.3.1. South Africa Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.1.1.1. By Value
10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.1.2.1. By Route of Administration
10.3.1.2.2. By Application
10.3.1.2.3. By End User
10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.2.1.1. By Value
10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.2.2.1. By Route of Administration
10.3.2.2.2. By Application
10.3.2.2.3. By End User
10.3.3. UAE Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.3.1.1. By Value
10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.3.2.1. By Route of Administration
10.3.3.2.2. By Application
10.3.3.2.3. By End User
10.3.4. Kuwait Medical Nutrition Market Outlook
10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.4.1.1. By Value
10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.4.2.1. By Route of Administration
10.3.4.2.2. By Application
10.3.4.2.3. By End User
11. Market Dynamics
11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends & Developments
12.1. Recent Development
12.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
12.3. Product Launches
13. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
13.1. Competition in the Industry
13.2. Potential of New Entrants
13.3. Power of Suppliers
13.4. Power of Customers
13.5. Threat of Substitute Products
14. Competitive Landscape
14.1. Abbott Nutrition Ltd
14.2. Nestle Health Science SA
14.3. Baxter Healthcare Corp
14.4. B Braun SE
14.5. Danone SA
14.6. Perrigo Co PLC
14.7. Fresenius Kabi AG
14.8. AYMES Nutrition
14.9. Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
14.10. Ajinomoto Cambrooke Inc.
15. Strategic Recommendations16. About the Publisher & Disclaimer

Companies Mentioned

  • Abbott Nutrition Ltd
  • Nestle Health Science SA
  • Baxter Healthcare Corp
  • B Braun SE
  • Danone SA
  • Perrigo Co PLC
  • Fresenius Kabi AG
  • AYMES Nutrition
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
  • Ajinomoto Cambrooke Inc.

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