Wellness & Fitness Startups

Vapore makes Mypurmist, a cordless handheld steam inhaler and air purifier marketed as a drug-free remedy for allergies, sinus congestion, colds, flu and throat and vocal health. The company also offers Mypurskin, a light-therapy skin rejuvenation device, selling consumer respiratory and skincare wellness products to individuals and families.

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VCA Animal Hospitals operates a national network of veterinary hospitals providing primary care, specialty care, emergency care, urgent care, and boarding services for pets. The company combines advanced medical technology and procedures with compassionate care for pet owners and their animals.

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Keshamrut is an herb-infused Ayurvedic hair oil formulated with 16 botanicals to address hair fall, dandruff, scalp dryness, and hair strength. The product is designed for direct-to-consumer sale and targets consumers seeking natural, chemical-free hair care solutions.

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Veestro is a direct-to-consumer meal delivery service offering fully prepared, plant-based, organic meals shipped to customers' doorsteps. It targets busy people in the United States seeking healthy, convenient food.

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VEGAIN produces plant-based sports nutrition products designed for athletic performance and fitness, positioning themselves as a sustainable alternative to animal-based options. The company is Canadian-based and emphasizes clean formulations, scientific backing, and environmental responsibility.

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Vegamour is a direct-to-consumer hair care brand that sells volumizing shampoos, conditioners, and styling products. The company focuses on personal hair wellness formulations for consumers.

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Vella Bioscience develops products for women's sexual and reproductive health using nano-encapsulated liposomal cannabidiol and liposome-based biotech to improve absorption of active ingredients, with a focus on female arousal, orgasm, and related pain. Its work spans the broader landscape of women's sexual and reproductive medicine.

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Velma provides daily, phone-based cognitive support for older adults with early memory loss, combining a dedicated care team and AI assistants with exercises, routine reminders, and family alerts. Protocols are vetted by a licensed neurologist, and the program is aimed at families supporting aging parents with cognitive decline.

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Velocia provides real-time rewards-based solutions to help transit agencies and mobility providers increase ridership, engagement, and optimize operations without requiring major capital investments. The platform uses behavior change mechanisms and data integration to improve customer experience and service adoption for public transit systems.

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veMico develops postbiotics — bioactive compounds derived from probiotic bacteria — that act on the host's immune system and gut barrier to improve gut health. It offers product development, bioactive licensing, and research collaboration for partners in the gut health and nutrition space.

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Venga Run produces performance supplements, motivational merchandise, and training content specifically for serious runners. The company is based in Colorado and manufactures all products in USA FDA-certified facilities.

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Vera Whole Health provides primary and preventive healthcare through care teams that include providers and health coaches, offering services such as diabetes education and chronic condition management. It focuses on patient-centered care with an emphasis on follow-up and lifestyle coaching.

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Verb offers an AI and SMS platform for fitness coaches and their teams to engage clients at key accountability moments, aiming to build lasting habits, reduce client churn, and grow revenue. It serves fitness coaching businesses in the health and wellness space.

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Verb Biotics develops function-first microbiome ingredients, including probiotics and postbiotics, aimed at improving human and companion animal health. It supplies these biotic ingredients to food, beverage, and supplement brands targeting health states such as stress, mood, sleep, healthy aging, women's health, and metabolic health.

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Verb Energy produces caffeinated nutrition bars made with organic ingredients like oats, quinoa, and green tea, designed as a convenient snack for consumers seeking sustained energy without crashes or jitters. The bars are plant-based, gluten-free, and low in calories and sugar.

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Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports offers year-round adaptive sports and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. The organization provides instruction and access to activities including skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, cycling, rock climbing, and wellness retreats.

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Vets Central is an Australian veterinary group that acquires and operates multiple veterinary clinics, maintaining their independence while providing centralized support services. The company serves veterinary teams and pet owners through its network of practices across Australia.

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Vettä is a Nordic day spa in Ontario inspired by Finnish sauna culture and wellness traditions, offering facilities including the world's largest saunas for guest relaxation and reconnection. The spa was founded by Eric and Donna Harkonen, drawing from Finnish heritage and designed with authentic Nordic elements to provide a health and wellness retreat experience.

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Vetted Pet Care, operating under the Wag! brand, is a marketplace connecting pet owners with screened, background-checked caregivers for dog walking, drop-in visits, sitting, boarding, and daycare, along with training and wellness services like Vet Chat and pet insurance. Bookings are made and tracked through the Wag! app, which offers GPS tracking, messaging, and up to $25,000 of coverage per booking across cities in all 50 US states.

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Viamet provides a resource for people to organize questions and conduct research about medical travel, provider verification, care coordination, and health-related travel planning. The platform helps users compare options and think through decisions before committing resources to medical tourism or wellness travel projects.

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Domayn is a neurotechnology company that builds audio-visual neuromodulation devices using rhythmic light and sound (neural entrainment) to guide users toward states of sleep, calm, focus, or rest without drugs or prescription. Its first product, the Mask, is a consumer wellness device sold by invitation, with an initial limited release in Hong Kong.

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VibeCatch develops a Quality Work Life platform that uses a scientific methodology to assess employee feedback and improve workplace culture and productivity. The platform serves companies looking to enhance employee engagement and business performance across various industries.

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VIC Rewards operates a utility token-based rewards program built on a private healthcare blockchain, designed to incentivize patients to adhere to personalized care plans while enabling healthcare providers and organizations to collaborate within integrated healthcare ecosystems. The platform targets healthcare consumers, providers, and organizations seeking to improve health outcomes and reduce costs through patient-centered care coordination.

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Vida Fuel makes a single-serve protein drink combining whey and collagen protein, developed by dietitians to support muscle mass, joint and bone health, energy, and digestion. The consumer wellness beverage contains all 20 amino acids and uses no artificial sweeteners.

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