Calcium Supplements Market

Report Highlights

Calcium Supplements Market – Introduction

The growing health concerns have led to the adoption of a wide range of supplements that can eradicate the deficiencies in a human body. Calcium is essential for optimal bone health. Although proper diet is the ideal way to get calcium, calcium supplements are also witnessing adoption as a viable option if diet falls short. Carbonate and citrate are the two main forms of calcium supplements. Calcium supplements are generally taken by mouth to treat and prevent low blood calcium, rickets, and osteoporosis, whereas they are injected into a vein in the case of low blood calcium. 

Sales of calcium supplements have been growing as adequate quantity of calcium not just lowers the risk of a widely spread condition osteoporosis, but it also improves the working of central nervous system, muscles, and blood vessels. Such factors are augmenting growth in the calcium supplements market. 

Calcium Supplements Market – Notable Developments

Some of the leading players operating in the calcium supplements market include Citracal, Chambio, Swisse, Caltrate, Integrative Therapeutics, Coral LLC, Osteoform, P.S. Health Care, Black Mores, and NutraLab Canada. 

Notable developments in the competitive landscape of calcium supplements market include:
Lupin, a multinational pharmaceutical company, has launched a calcium supplement named Corcal Bone and Beauty for women under its consumer healthcare division Lupin Life. With the launch, Lupin Life is aiming to expand its nascent women’s segment. 

Calcium Supplements Market Dynamics

Demand for Calcium Supplements Growing Significantly Among Women
The growing number of millennial are adopting calcium supplements, mainly women in their mid-30s have been showing an increased interest for these products to maintain their bone health. Calcium supplements have witnessed notable emergence in a variety of forms, such as chews, tablets, liquids, powders, and capsules in recent years. Consequentially, calcium supplements are easily available in the market, which in turn is providing impetus to growth in market. 

Growing Geriatric Population Prone To Bone Disorders To Augment Growth Calcium Supplements Market

Burgeoning increase in elderly population coupled with rapidly altering lifestyles that impact bone health is likely to accelerate the growth of calcium supplements market. As lack of calcium contributes to the development of osteoporosis, people with this condition are increasingly adopting calcium supplements. Osteoporosis has become one of the most serious problems in recent years, and it severely hits the quality of life of people with this condition. Additionally, the increasing incidences of osteoporosis among post-menopausal women is also expected to amplify growth in calcium supplements market. 

Extensive Benefits of Coral Calcium Supplements Auguring Growth in Market

The coral calcium supplements have been witnessing an increased traction in recent years, as they help humans to cure or avoid issues, including eczema, aching joints, and brittle nails. Several studies suggest that coral calcium is helpful in preventing different types of bone cancer, heart diseases and in maintaining low blood pressure levels. Prevention against osteoporosis, improved bone health and bone density, and improved digestive health, are some other benefits of coral calcium supplements, which are driving their demand in the industry. 

Side Effects of Calcium Supplements Impeding Their Adoption

Excess calcium consumption can boost the risk for kidney stones, kidney problems, constipation, and deficiencies in zinc and iron. Further, this is also associated with numerous side effects, such as bloating, gas, and constipation. As calcium has the tendency to interact with diuretics, antibiotics, anticonvulasants, and other medications, calcium supplements should be taken with doctor’s recommendation. Such side effects are limiting the growth of calcium supplements market.

Easy-to-Absorb Liquid Calcium Supplements Witnessing High Traction

The adsorption of liquid calcium supplements has been increasing as it’s already broken down when it enters the body, which makes its transition to bloodstream easier than powder and pills that have to be dissolved first. Furthermore, some calcium tablets are large and hard to swallow, whereas liquid supplement goes down easily. Thus, liquid form of calcium supplements are increasingly gaining traction in the market. 

Adoption of Unique Strategies Becomes Paramount for Stakeholders 

Amid the growing competition in the calcium supplements market, stakeholders are increasingly adopting trending flavors to capitalize on the changing consumer preferences for good taste. Since taste may determine the buying decision and eventual loyalty of the consumers towards brands, production of novel flavored variants is gaining traction as a significant trend in calcium supplements market. Several manufacturers are also offering natural calcium supplements to comply with the growing demand for clean and safe products. 

Calcium Supplements Market - Segmentation

Based on Type, the calcium supplements market is segmented into: 

• Gummy
• Pill
• Capsule
• Liquid
• Others 

Based on Product, the calcium supplements market is segmented into: 

• Calcium Carbonate
• Calcium Gluconate
• Calcium Citrate
• Calcium Lactate
• Calcium Phosphate
• Calcium Orotate 

Based on applications, the calcium supplements market is segmented into:

• Adult
• Children 

The report is a compilation of first-hand information, qualitative and quantitative assessment by industry analysts, inputs from industry experts and industry participants across the value chain of the global Calcium supplements market. The report provides an in-depth analysis of parent market trends, macroeconomic indicators and governing factors along with Calcium supplements market attractiveness as per segments. The report also maps the qualitative impact of various factors on Calcium supplements market segments and geographies.