Wellness & Fitness Startups

大米和小米 (DMHXM) operates a network of over 80 directly-run centers across more than 30 Chinese cities providing in-person early intervention and rehabilitation therapy for children with autism and developmental disorders, staffed by BCBA/BCaBA-certified therapists and experienced supervisors. The company serves families of children needing behavioral and developmental support in China.

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DocTalk provides physician-led, message-based medical support that lets patients send questions across any specialty and receive responses from clinicians within 24 hours. The service supports Medicaid and focuses on serving underrepresented communities with continuous, secure messaging care.

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DocVita is an online mental health clinic that connects patients with verified therapists and psychiatrists in India via WhatsApp, video consultations, and in-person appointments. The platform specializes in matching individuals with qualified mental health professionals and provides ongoing care coordination through dedicated care managers.

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Dodjivi makes functional mushroom coffee blends using Arabica beans and ingredients like Lion's Mane and Chaga, marketed for cognitive and body support in daily routines. The products are manufactured in Canada with fully listed ingredients for wellness-focused consumers.

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DogBase is a data analytics and AI platform for dog sport training that tracks training sessions, analyzes trends, and generates insights to help handlers identify performance patterns they might otherwise miss. The product serves performance dog sport teams and handlers across various canine disciplines.

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Domaine Santé makes grape nectar sugar substitutes—low-sugar, low-glycemic sweeteners for use in food and beverages such as breakfast foods, desserts, sauces, and drinks. The consumer product is made from California-grown wine grapes and produced in San Diego.

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Dorsal is a telehealth service for chronic pain management, offering online evaluation, prescription medication management, physical therapy, and health coaching through a monthly membership. Patients connect with board-certified pain specialists and physical therapists via video visits and messaging for non-surgical, non-opioid pain relief.

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Dorsavi develops wearable sensor technology and video AI tools for analyzing human movement, serving clinical, athletic, workplace, and research settings. Its products are used to assess movement and reduce injury risk.

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Dose Daily manufactures Ayurvedic-inspired dietary supplements formulated to support liver health and core body systems, backed by clinical research. The company targets consumers seeking natural, evidence-based wellness products without synthetic additives.

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A mobile app that enables diabetes patients to adjust insulin dosages with remote physician guidance, bypassing the need for scheduled appointments.

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DoubleBlind is a media and community company that publishes journalism, guides, and educational courses about psychedelics, and offers memberships including a magazine, webinars, and a private community. It serves readers and members interested in psychedelic culture, science, and mushroom cultivation.

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Doublewood Supplements sells dietary supplements and wellness products directly to consumers, publishing recipes and health-related content alongside its offerings.

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Dr. Sears Family Essentials was a company producing all-natural, chemical-free baby care products—such as organic bamboo wipes, diaper rash cream, and baby lotions—along with children's snacks, supplements, and skincare products for mothers. The company is no longer operating; the page is a retrospective blog review written by a third party.

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Dr. Vaidya's is an Ayurvedic products company that develops and sells natural health and wellness formulations for modern consumers in India and internationally. It owns 100+ FDA-approved Ayurvedic proprietary formulations, manufactured in-house at its ISO 9001:2015 and GMP-certified facility in Silvassa.

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DRAXfit sells fitness equipment including treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, stair climbers, and strength and stretching machines. The company markets a range of cardio and strength exercise products.

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Dreamland produces Koffucha, a fermented probiotic coffee beverage. The company targets consumers seeking functional coffee alternatives with digestive and wellness benefits.

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Dreamspan makes Lucid Pro, an adaptive sleep system that installs on any mattress and provides dual-zone temperature control, biometric sensing without wearables, adjustable bed positions, and bedroom air-quality tracking. It also offers spanOS, software that aggregates 300+ biomarkers and health integrations to estimate biological age and track recovery for consumers focused on sleep and healthspan.</parameter> <parameter name="founders">[]

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Dr Glitter makes edible "nutrient crystals" that encapsulate active ingredients such as probiotics and iron in a prebiotic soluble fibre, designed to be tasteless and sprinkled onto food and drinks. The consumer products target gut health and iron needs and are marketed as safe for children, adults, and pregnant or breastfeeding women.

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Dribbleup makes smart, connected sports equipment — including basketballs, soccer balls, boxing gloves, tennis rackets, baseball gloves, and weighted balls — paired with an app offering 1800+ virtual coaching classes and drills. The products serve kids and adults training at home across sports like basketball, soccer, boxing, tennis, and general fitness.

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Amino makes amino acid-based sports and health drinks designed to be better tasting than traditional amino acid products. The beverages target athletes and active individuals seeking hydration and functional nutrition benefits.

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Enroot produces premium non-alcoholic beverages with functional benefits and sustainably sourced ingredients for mindful consumers seeking sophisticated alternatives to alcohol.

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Hiyo makes organic non-alcoholic "social tonics" — canned functional beverages formulated with adaptogens, nootropics, and botanicals like ashwagandha, L-theanine, and lion's mane — as an alternative to alcohol. The direct-to-consumer drinks are sold to individuals seeking relaxation and mood benefits, available via one-time purchase or subscription.

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ICONIC makes ready-to-drink protein shakes and protein powders featuring 20g of grass-fed milk protein, zero added sugar, and no artificial sweeteners. The functional nutrition products are lactose-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and Non-GMO Project Verified, aimed at health-conscious consumers.

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