The oncology nutrition market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The market size for oncology nutrition has seen a fast-paced growth in the past few years. The expansion from $1.9 billion in 2024 to $2.1 billion in 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.5%, can be seen.
The growth during the historic phase is credited to a range of factors including an aging population, enhancement in healthcare infrastructure, investments in research and development, focused patient care, and an upward trend in healthcare spending.
The oncology nutrition market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the coming years, the market for oncology nutrition is anticipated to experience significant growth, with the projection of reaching $3.06 billion by 2029, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%.
This growth can be ascribed to factors such as rising incidence of cancer, growing demand for nutritious food, an increase in global clinical trials, and higher disposable income. Key trends to watch during this forecast period include personalized nutrition, immuno-nutrition, genomic nutrition, integrative medicine, and value-based care.
The surge in cancer prevalence is having a notable impact on the expansion of the market for oncology nutrition. The term cancer incidence alludes to new instances of cancer emerging in a certain demographic over a fixed time span. Adequate nourishment and food are necessary for individuals battling cancer. Consequently, the escalating incidence of cancer amplifies the need for oncology nutrition. For instance, data from the American Cancer Society, a nonprofit cancer advocacy organization based in the US, in January 2023, indicated that cancer cases had soared to 1,958,310 in 2023, marking a growth of 3.16% from the 1,898,160 cases documented in 2021. Therefore, the increasing prevalence of cancer is expected to aid the growth of the oncology nutrition market.
The oncology nutrition market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Cancer Type: Blood Cancer, Breast Cancer, Stomach and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Other Cancer Types
2) By Nutrition: Enteral Nutrition, Parenteral Nutrition
3) By End-Users: Hospitals, Homecare, Specialty Clinics, Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Blood Cancer: Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma
2) By Breast Cancer: Early-Stage Breast Cancer, Advanced Breast Cancer
3) By Stomach and Gastrointestinal Cancers: Gastric Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer
4) By Liver Cancer: Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma
5) By Pancreatic Cancer: Exocrine Pancreatic Cancer, Endocrine Pancreatic Tumors
6) By Other Cancer Types: Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Head And Neck Cancers
Leading businesses in the oncology nutrition market are introducing inventive solutions like nutrition catered to cancer patients to boost treatment results, bolster immune functioning, control treatment-associated side effects, and improve overall life quality during and after cancer therapy. This term refers to bespoke diet plans and nutritional measures tailored to cater to the unique needs of cancer patients under treatment. For example, in June 2024, AEACAP, a patients support association based in Spain, inaugurated a fresh series of nutrition meant to aid cancer patients and their caregivers. This initiative includes a compilation of videos, released bi-weekly and hosted by a specialized nutritionist. This series is aimed at disseminating vital information about diet and nutrition during and post-cancer treatment, underlining the significant influence of balanced nutrition in ameliorating treatment results and overall life quality for those battling cancer.
Major companies operating in the oncology nutrition market include:
• B. Braun Melsungen AG
• Danone India
• Abbott Laboratories
• Nestle S.A.
• Hormel Foods Corporation
• Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd.
• Pfizer Inc.
• Baxter International Inc.
• Mead Johnson Nutrition Company LLC
• Fresenius Kabi AG
• Mead Johnson & Company LLC
• Global Health Products Inc.
• Nutricia
• Cambrooke Therapeutics Inc.
• Kate Farms Inc.
• Real Food Blends LLC
• Abbott Nutrition
• Fresenius Kabi USA LLC
• Medtrition Inc.
• Nutra Balance Products
• Nutritional Medicinals LLC
• Pinnacle Foods Inc.
• Primus Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Solace Nutrition
• The Simply Good Foods Company
• Unimed Pharma LLC
• Vitaflo USA LLC
North America was the largest region in the oncology nutrition market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the oncology nutrition market report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.