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Founder-led companies · 15

Function (GLP-1)

Startup

GLP-1 recovery, nutrition, and muscle preservation companion services.

USAEst. 2024

Ro

Startup

Telehealth platform; GLP-1 prescribing with bundled coaching and adherence tools.

USAEst. 2017

Calibrate

Startup

Specialized obesity-medicine clinic combining GLP-1 prescribing with behavioral coaching.

USAEst. 2020

Noom

Startup

Behavioral weight-loss app with GLP-1 program (Noom Med) integration.

USAEst. 2008

WeightWatchers

Startup

Public digital weight-management program; acquired Sequence to add GLP-1 prescribing.

USAEst. 1963

Huel

Startup

Complete nutrition meal replacement; high-protein SKUs positioned for GLP-1 users.

UKEst. 2015

Soylent

Startup

Nutritionally complete drinks with protein optimization.

USAEst. 2013

Orgain

Startup

Organic protein powders and shakes (acquired by Nestlé Health Science).

USAEst. 2009

Premier Protein

Startup

High-protein shakes (30g protein per serving); widely recommended for GLP-1 users.

USAEst. 2003

Liquid I.V.

Startup

Hydration multiplier (acquired by Unilever); used for GLP-1 hydration support.

USAEst. 2012

LMNT

Startup

Electrolyte drink mix for hydration support.

USAEst. 2018

Peloton Digital

Startup

Fitness classes and community; digital subscription.

USAEst. 2012

Omada Health

Startup

Digital therapeutics for diabetes, hypertension, and weight management.

USAEst. 2011

Virta Health

Startup

Diabetes reversal program built on continuous metabolic care.

USAEst. 2014

Veera Health

Startup

Self-described world's largest online PCOS clinic; PCOS gynecologists, nutritionists, fitness via app; backed by Sequoia Surge.

IndiaEst. 2020