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"The global functional foods market size is projected to reach USD 275.77 billion by 2025. It is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for nutritional and fortifying food additives is one of the major growth drivers. Functional ingredients such as probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids are extensively consumed through yogurt and fish oils to reduce the instances and risks associated with cardiovascular diseases while improving the quality of intestinal microflora. The increasing trend of consuming these products is expected to sustain throughout the forecast period, thereby favoring market growth. Another important factor augmenting the demand is the rising consumer awareness regarding gut health. This is in reaction to reported cases of death owing to intestinal inflammation among other bowel disorders. Consumption of probiotics helps fight bad bacteria in such cases while aiding immunity in humans, thereby enhancing the gut health. Among the various products available in the market, probiotic yogurts are the most widely consumed products with proven digestive health claims. However, the functional food industry also has its share of challenges. Among various challenges, issues associated with product availability coupled with claims regarding insufficient nutrients derived from various functional food types has been hindering growth of the functional foods market."

"global aromatherapy market size is anticipated to reach USD 2.8 billion by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 10.4% during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to the increased awareness about the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Aromatherapy is expected to play a significant role in the field of alternative medicines with a gradual shift from man-made drugs to essential oils to gain therapeutic values. On the basis of a 2016 article by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), a clinical trial was conducted on 50 patients suffering from second- and third-degree burns, to study the effects of inhaling these products. The result showed that the products were significantly effective in reducing pain arising from such wounds. Hence, aromatherapy can be used as a complementary therapy for pain relief amongst burn patients, thereby, supporting the market growth. Some of the other therapeutic applications include issues related to skin, digestion, respiratory disorders, insomnia, and immune system functioning. Essential oils also possess many factors that make them naturally healing solutions. Therapeutic grade essential oils positively impact the overall wellness of the patient. These products have the potential to be natural cleansers and an antibacterial remedy when ingested. People are also becoming aware of the benefits offered by natural therapies as they support the body's innate healing abilities. With experience and education, they are realizing that bacteria and viruses do not develop resistance to natural substances, the way they do in case of synthetic drugs."

"The global cocoa beans market size is expected to reach USD 16.32 billion by 2025 registering a CAGR of 7.3%, Growing popularity of cocoa beans as polyphenolic functional ingredient on account of their health benefits, such as reduced inflammation and risk of Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs), better blood circulation, and improved cholesterol levels, is projected to remain a favorable factor. Furthermore, increasing usage of organic personal care products due to their long-lasting skin care benefits is expected to boost the demand for cocoa beans in the cosmetics sector, thereby driving the global market."