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Bon AppéSweet creates an all-natural, plant-based, oat milk gelato sweetened with fruit-based sweeteners and zero cane sugar. It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Nutrifix is a B2B & B2B2C web platform that provides companies with a virtual staff canteen and employees with a personalised weekly meal plan from local restaurants and catering companies that they can have delivered straight to their workplace or order for collection. Companies can use ‘Food as a Benefit’ to reward and retain employees, whilst benefiting from a healthier, more informed and productive workforce; and anonymised data to inform their wellness strategy.

A1C Foods is a diabetes nutrition solutions company, creating delicious foods for diabetes and low carbs communities.

Xilinat manufactures natural sweeteners from xylitol using a natural and environmentally friendly process. Customers will not notice the difference when using Xilinat to sweeten favorite desserts, drinks, and foods. Xilinat aims to reduce health problems associated with excessive sugar consumption while also providing consumers with a healthy and delicious alternative.

IQ Bar, Inc. is a food and beverage company that specializes in producing and selling nutrition bars and hydration mixes. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, IQ Bar offers its products in a variety of flavors. The company markets its items through distributors and retailers across the United States, as well as through online platforms.

Stithi Innovation is a healthcare technology company that focuses on enhancing medication adherence for patients on long-term medication regimens. The company has developed a medical device that dispenses pills and monitors daily dosages over extended periods. This device features built-in cellular connectivity, allowing for real-time monitoring and support services. By facilitating remote tracking of medication adherence, Stithi enables both doctors and patients to ensure compliance with prescribed treatments, ultimately improving health outcomes for individuals managing chronic conditions.

Canomiks operates a genomics and artificial intelligence-based technology platform that focuses on testing and certifying the biological efficacy and safety of ingredients and formulations. Its services cater to the functional food and beverage, dietary supplement, and skincare industries, allowing companies to develop safe and effective products efficiently. By leveraging omics science, data analytics, machine learning, and bioinformatics, Canomiks streamlines the validation process for product efficacy, ultimately enabling clients to enhance product quality while reducing development time and costs. The company's long-term vision is to actualize the concept of food as medicine.

Halo Life Science is focused on enhancing human health through innovative nutritional solutions. After three years of research and development, the company has introduced Naturalin™, a patent-pending phytonutrient designed to improve health and wellness in various food and beverage products. Naturalin™ is also available in nutritional supplement forms, making it accessible to a broader audience. The product has been validated for safety and effectiveness by researchers at the Dell Pediatric Research Institute at The University of Texas at Austin. Halo Life Science aims to provide simple, affordable, and effective food and nutritional supplements to support individuals dealing with chronic conditions, illnesses, and obesity, thereby reinforcing their commitment to elevating human potential.

Healthimation offers an innovative healthcare platform that addresses health challenges for individuals, particularly those dealing with Type 2 Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes, and Obesity. Its flagship weight management program, Why WAIT™, has over 12 years of proven evidence and combines structured meal plans, exercise routines, and educational resources with engaging entertainment. This unique approach ensures that users remain motivated and involved in their personalized health journeys. Healthimation's offerings are affordable and scalable, setting them apart in the market. The program is based on the award-winning Why WAIT™ initiative developed at the Joslin Clinic, affiliated with Harvard. By integrating evidence-based clinical programs with digital health technology and interactive learning, Healthimation effectively delivers clinical care that resonates with users, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.

Better Juice was founded in 2017 by a team of prestigious food industry professionals: a biochemist and microbiology academician with extensive experience in product development. The company is supported by The Kitchen FoodTech Hub – Strauss Group’s incubator, whose goal is to nourish promising food-tech ventures that can disrupt the global food system – making it more productive, more affordable, more sustainable and healthier. ​ Better Juice gives consumers what they are looking for: simple ways to reduce sugar in their diets. Popular juices such as orange and apple juice have 6 teaspoons (25 grams) of sugar per 1-cup serving (250 ml). Grape juice has up to 14 teaspoons. The Better Juice solution lets industrial juice producers lower or eliminate sugar in one simple step.

Superb Smoothies provides delicious, healthy and convenient foods that help to reduce this food waste. Their products are packed with delicious, healthy, fruit and vegetables, super seeds and superfoods with no added sugar, salt or preservatives. These Superb mixes are stored in a cupboard for up to 2 years and are much less likely to be wasted. Not that They will need 2 years to use them. They are confident that they are so delicious and easy to use that they won't last in your cupboard for long.

Precise Portions dishware has all the hard work designed right in, so all you have to do is follow the lines on each plate, bowl and glass. Portion control dishes can also be stylish. Their attractive vine and leaf design helps you to portion the right amounts without alerting anyone else that you are doing so. So you can use Precise Portions dishware for any occasion. Their ultimate goal is to help people eat healthier meals and live healthier lives. By helping people with weight loss and eating right, they’re on their way to achieving that.

Positivitea is a food and drink company focused on producing and selling herbal teas crafted from organic ingredients. The brand emphasizes the importance of balance in everyday life, promoting the principles of being present, believing in possibilities, and maintaining a positive mindset. Each tea blend is designed to support the health of specific chakras, which are energy centers believed to influence physical and mental well-being. Positivitea's offerings aim to address both the smooth functioning of associated organs and the ailments that arise from chakra imbalances. Additionally, the company provides a subscription service that delivers monthly selections of their herbal teas directly to customers, enhancing convenience and encouraging a holistic approach to health.

Insightfil is dedicated to positively impacting patient outcomes by reducing medication errors, improving medication adherence (from norm of 40% to NIH goal of 75%), optimizing health professional time, and eliminating wasted drugs and packaging. They are delivering to the market with a unique “Personalized Wellness Portfolio” (PWP) that dispenses custom medication regimens. It is the first of its kind to connect the patient, clinic, and pill manufacturer in the administration of therapy.

PMS Bites specializes in creating healthy, bite-sized desserts tailored for women, particularly during times of heightened cravings. The company produces organic chocolate-based snacks that offer a nutritious alternative to traditional sweets, designed to satisfy cravings without exacerbating symptoms. Their products are gluten-free and made from natural, vegan ingredients, catering to health-conscious consumers. Additionally, PMS Bites provides convenient home delivery, ensuring that their customers have easy access to these thoughtfully crafted snacks.

Real Food Solutions is launching a line of food products for everyday discomforts like nausea and heartburn. Their 1st product, Anchor Bar, is a nutrition bar that prevents and relieves nausea including motion sickness and morning sickness. The patent-pending bar was formulated by a Harvard-MD based on scientific research that links protein, ginger, and vitamins to nausea relief. Anchor Bar is a practical solution for nausea – healthy, no side-effects, convenient, and easy to eat. It’s just food.

BIORASIS was established in Dec. 2007 with an initial goal to commercialize UCONN’s and OSCI’s wireless, needle-implantable, miniaturized (0.5 x 0.5 x 5 mm) sensor platform for real time, continuous glucose monitoring. In addition to glucose monitoring Biorasis is working towards outfitting its sensor platform to monitor other bio-analytes in the body that are important in other disorders such as cardiovascular, cancer, liver, kidney abnormalities, stroke and epilepsy.

Live Better With Ltd. operates an online platform dedicated to providing healthcare products specifically for cancer patients. The platform features a wide range of items that address various symptoms and side effects associated with cancer treatment, including skincare solutions, nutritional supplements, and aids for daily living. Products are organized by specific needs, such as managing nausea, insomnia, or hair loss, making it simple for users to find relevant assistance. In addition to its product offerings, Live Better With provides valuable advice and recommendations to improve users' quality of life. Established in 2015 and based in London, the company aims to support the cancer community by enhancing day-to-day living for those affected by the disease.

Live Better With Ltd. operates an online platform dedicated to providing healthcare products specifically for cancer patients. The platform features a wide range of items that address various symptoms and side effects associated with cancer treatment, including skincare solutions, nutritional supplements, and aids for daily living. Products are organized by specific needs, such as managing nausea, insomnia, or hair loss, making it simple for users to find relevant assistance. In addition to its product offerings, Live Better With provides valuable advice and recommendations to improve users' quality of life. Established in 2015 and based in London, the company aims to support the cancer community by enhancing day-to-day living for those affected by the disease.

Flying Spark specializes in the research and development of processes for producing high-quality protein powders from fruit fly larvae. The company focuses on cultivating and processing these larvae to create protein powders and oils that can be utilized in various applications, including human food products, animal feed, and cosmetics. Their protein powder is particularly noted for its rich content of iron, calcium, magnesium, and dietary fibers, making it an excellent source of amino acids. The product's white color and mild flavor allow for seamless integration into a wide range of food and feed products.

88 Acres is an artisan food startup that focuses on creating healthy snack foods free from the top eight food allergens. The company specializes in producing a variety of products, including pumpkin seed butter, protein bars, and seed bars, all made with simple ingredients. These offerings cater to fitness enthusiasts and are designed to be diet-friendly, allowing a diverse range of consumers to enjoy nutritious snacks without the worry of allergens.

Naughty Nutritionist is an online platform focused on providing products and content that educate modern consumers about nutrition and wellness. The company offers a range of products, including organic chocolates and nutritionally dense foods like algae, all designed to be convenient for busy Gen X and Gen Y individuals seeking a healthy lifestyle without compromising on enjoyment. Their engaging website and outbound newsletters feature well-edited nutrition content and playful graphics, making the information accessible and appealing. By elevating nutrition into a mainstream, stylish lifestyle choice, Naughty Nutritionist aims to resonate with a community-oriented audience, similar to brands like Daily Candy and Lululemon.