Trend cluster
Category

Concentrated
Probiotic

Gut-healthy probiotics are being offered in increasingly concentrated forms.

Probiotic Wellness ShotsExotic Probiotic Smoothie PouchesProbiotic Sugar-Free LollipopsBeautifying Probiotic CapsulesAll-in-One Digestive Supplements

Trend

What is the Concentrated Probiotic trend?

Concentrated Probiotic: Probiotics are no stranger to the health and wellness industry, and the healthy live bacteria are now being introduced in increasingly concentrated forms. Reformatting probiotic products serves two functions: differentiating them from the standard yogurt and beverage forms, and increasing convenience of consumption. The reframing of probiotics as not just a healthy addition to consumers' diets, but a necessary one that is simple to implement, services consumers who don't have the time or desire to revolve their daily routines around a highly disciplined lifestyle.

Trend themes

Themes within the Concentrated Probiotic trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Concentrated Probiotic

Reformatting and concentrating probiotic products increases convenience of consumption and services consumers who don't have the time or desire to revolve their daily routines around a highly disciplined lifestyle.

02

Probiotic Supplements for Children and All Ages

Supplementary probiotics have expanded their targeted audience beyond health-conscious adults, seeking to provide an enjoyable experience for children to consume. These products aim to make it easier to maintain a healthy lifestyle in the busiest of schedules.

03

All-in-One Digestive Supplements

Probiotics have expanded their focus to digestive enzymes and other health-supporting ingredients, acknowledging the importance of a healthy microbiome and offering comprehensive support for digestion and immune systems.

Industry implications

What the Concentrated Probiotic trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Health and Wellness

The health and wellness industry is continuously innovating to create more accessible and appealing probiotic products.

For

Food and Beverage

The food and beverage industry has introduced numerous probiotic products as consumer awareness of gut health increases.

For

Supplement and Nutritional Products

The supplement and nutritional industry continues to explore ways probiotics can help consumers improve overall well-being.

Workshop question

How can your brand offer its product or service in a more convenient format?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Concentrated Probiotic

Trend score 3.5 out of 10, from popularity 46%, activity 52%, freshness 8%.

Popularity46%
Activity52%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Concentrated Probiotic trend

6 featured examples from Jul 20 to Oct 19, 2017
Probiotic Wellness Shots
CategoryLifestyle

Probiotic Wellness Shots

So Good So You's Compact Shots Support Support Digestive & Immune Health

The beverage industry can capitalize on the trend by developing innovative probiotic-infused beverages, including compact shots, to meet the increasing consumer demand for gut hea…

Exotic Probiotic Smoothie Pouches
CategoryLifestyle

Exotic Probiotic Smoothie Pouches

The NOMVA Island Time Probiotic Smoothies are Nutrient-Dense

Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the ready-to-drink smoothie industry to explore unique packaging solutions that enhance convenience and portability for consumer…

Probiotic Sugar-Free Lollipops
CategoryLifestyle

Probiotic Sugar-Free Lollipops

Dr. John's THRIVE+ Lollipops Feature Two Billion CFUs

The confectionery industry can capitalize on the trend of incorporating probiotics into sweets, creating innovative probiotic candies and chocolates.

Beautifying Probiotic Capsules
CategoryLifestyle

Beautifying Probiotic Capsules

HUM Nutrition's 'Gut Instinct' Supports One's Skin and Health

Innovative probiotic capsules can disrupt the nutraceutical industry by offering unique health and beauty benefits.

All-in-One Digestive Supplements
CategoryLifestyle

All-in-One Digestive Supplements

EBOOST's CULTURE is Packed with Probiotics and Enzymes

Opportunity for supplement companies to develop all-in-one digestive supplements with natural and clinically validated ingredients.

Juvenile-Focused Probiotics
CategoryLifestyle

Juvenile-Focused Probiotics

The OLLY Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Boost Gut Health

Creating probiotic products for children's health and wellness opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation to cater to this specific consumer segment.