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THC Drinks Enter the Sports-Performance Category
Last Rep, a Tampa Bay THC seltzer startup, is targeting athletes who just crushed a workout, citing rising demand for functional drinks.
Danish Startup Raises $5M To Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Body
Cambiotics has landed $4.7M to bring a PFAS-targeting probiotic to market as concern over “forever chemicals” grows.
Function Sues Rival Lab-Testing Startup Superpower, Alleging False Marketing
Function Health alleges Superpower made misleading claims around biomarker testing and clinical support, and in social media advertising.
Climatic Raises $10M To Bring Lung Health to the Forefront
As longevity and air quality concerns rise, Climatic has emerged from stealth mode with new funding and a soon-to-launch lung health product.
After Dogpound, Jenny Liu’s Next Act Is a $5M Venture Fund for Wellness Founders
Former Dogpound CEO Jenny Liu has launched a $5 million fund to back early-stage wellness, fitness and health brands.
Ultra Lands $11M To Make Nicotine-Free Pouches Mainstream
Already selling one million cans in six months, Ultra offers a healthier alternative to nicotine-containing pouches like Zyn and Velo.
Investors Are Pouring Money Into Wellness Startups, Especially Wearables
Fitness and wellness climbed to the third-most funded digital health category in 2025, fueled by investor demand for measurable health data.
No Strings Adds Barry’s Exec Chair Joey Gonzalez Ahead of Padel Launch
Joey Gonzalez, the longtime Barry’s CEO who helped turn the brand into a global fitness powerhouse, is stepping into the fast-growing world of padel.
Rebuildr Gets Funding for Preventive Care-Focused Physical Therapy
Rebuildr has raised $1.1 million to build software and training that help physical therapists deliver proactive, performance-focused care.
Wellness Brands Land on LinkedIn’s Startups Award List
Even in a slower economy, wellness is winning. LinkedIn’s Top Startups 2025 reveals the companies turning wellness into real hiring momentum.
