The North America Phytosterols Market Size is poised to grow at a growth rate of 9.1% CAGR during 2016 -2022.
Phytosterols or plant sterols are the group of molecules having a specific shape and size. It could be found in plants and animals. The most common types of sterols which can be used in human diet are Campesterol, Beta Sitosterol, gamma Sitosterol and Stigmasterol. Phytosterols are mainly used in medicines, food & beverages and cosmetics industry. It is very beneficial for heart and brain related diseases. Studies suggested that phytosterols could play a very vital role in the reduction of heart diseases and also it helps in the prevention from Alzheimers diseases. Doctors or physicians also suggest for phytosterols in diet, as it helps against the development of cancer related diseases.
In Addition, phytosterols also helps in lowering cholesterol and provides benefits to the skin as well. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided the guidelines for the use of heath claims on food labels regarding the consumption of foods enriched with phytosterols may reduce the risk of heart related diseases. The American Society of Family Physicians (AAFP) and U.S Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) have also mentioned benefits of phytosterol consumption in their report. According to Food Standard Agency U.S., food manufactures and food business operators have expanded production of phytosterol added foods.
The Phytosterol market has been segmented on the basis of application, type and geography. Based on Application, the market is segmented into food ingredients, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and feed. Food ingredients have the largest count for Phytosterol owing to increasing demand for healthy eatables. Based on Type, the market is segmented into four categories namely Campesterol, Beta Sitosterol, gamma Sitosterol and Stigmasterol. Based on country, the market is segmented into US, Canada, Mexico and Rest of North America.
The report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the Phytosterols market. Key companies profiled in the report include Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill, Inc., BASF SE, E.I. DU Pont De Nemours And Company, Raisio Plc, Unilever, Arboris, Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc. and Gustav Paramentier GmbH.
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