The frantic daily routine of life can lead to bad habits, sometimes in our diets as well. Despite our countless engagements, drinking was, and still is, an essential, natural act which we do several times during the day and which can prove to be something more than just an answer to the need to quench our thirstuenc.<\/p>\n
Some drink little and reluctantly; some others drink much and with relish. And what if consumers look for a low-sugar product, maybe with a fruity flavour, and with vitamins, minerals, proteins or antioxidants, rather than plain water?<\/strong><\/p>\n This requirement is met by functional drinks<\/strong>. Originally intended to provide a sound alternative to fizzy and\/or sugar-rich drinks, or to classic water, functional beverages have come to play a major role in the world beverage market, with 7.5 billion litres produced from 2010 to 2015, and 10 billion litres expected to be produced by 2021<\/strong> (Zenith Global, 2016). These beverages have specific properties based on their ingredients: energetic, proteinaceous, hydrating, antioxidant, digestive. Specially created to refresh you in a balanced, tasty manner.<\/p>\n