Weight Loss Services in the US
Weight Loss Services in the US
Carrying its weight: As the weight of the average American increases and child obesity becomes a more prominent issue, the industry will capitalize on the growing demand for services to assist in weight loss. Weighing up this potential for growth, players will look to expand with new brands, products and services and by targeting males, older Americans and international markets. Still, competition from weight-loss surgery and diet pills will remain a threat over the next five years.
Companies in this industry provide nonmedical services to clients to assist them in losing weight or maintaining a desired weight. Services typically include individual or group counseling; menu and exercise planning; and weight and body measurement monitoring. Industry operators may also sell food supplements and other weight reduction products. This industry does not include fitness centers, health resorts and spas or medical or surgical weight reduction services.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Carrying its weight: As the weight of the average American increases and child obesity becomes a more prominent issue, the industry will capitalize on the growing demand for services to assist in weight loss. Weighing up this potential for growth, players will look to expand with new brands, products and services and by targeting males, older Americans and international markets. Still, competition from weight-loss surgery and diet pills will remain a threat over the next five years.
Companies in this industry provide nonmedical services to clients to assist them in losing weight or maintaining a desired weight. Services typically include individual or group counseling; menu and exercise planning; and weight and body measurement monitoring. Industry operators may also sell food supplements and other weight reduction products. This industry does not include fitness centers, health resorts and spas or medical or surgical weight reduction services.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Contents
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRYIndustry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
MAJOR COMPANIES
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