Improved Nutrition

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Promising Early-Stage Improved Nutrition Companies, Currently Fundraising
Raising funds
Develops and produces healthy and tasty protein ingredients for everyday use, with a focus on sweet designer proteins for use as sugar substitutes. Using sweet proteins found along the equatorial belt, Amai applies agile integrative computational protein design (AI-CPD) and fermentation to make the proteins suitable for the mass food market. The novel non-GMO ingredients are healthy, with no calories and a glycemic index of zero; cost less than sugar in sweetness units; and are tasty, widely food-compatible, and environmentally friendly.

Founded: 2016

Raised, Undisclosed

Raising funds
A biotech company aiming to transform global meat production through distributive manufacturing of fat and muscle cells, increasing food safety and reducing ecological impact worldwide. The company aims to turn the vision of animal-free meat production into a reality. Its cutting-edge cellular agriculture technology was developed by award-winning biologists and bioengineers.

Founded: 2018

Raised, 390.3M , from Menara Ventures, ADM Capital, Tyson Ventures, Bits x Bites and S2G Ventures

Raising funds
Developed a technology that harnesses an innovative biotechnological process designed to extract both a 70% protein concentrate and a gluten-free starch from chickpeas, which offer a sustainable, healthy, affordable, and non-GMO source of plant-based protein. In addition to chickpeas, InnovoPro’s technology yields new products, including protein hydrolysate, fibers, and starch, all of which can be used in a wide range of food applications.

Raised, Undisclosed

Raising funds
Develops a method for reducing sugars in fruit juice by converting them into nondigestible forms, including dietary fibers such as fructooligosaccharide (FOS) and other nondigestible molecules, without altering the natural flavor or smell. Better Juice uses non-GMO microorganism activity and continuous bioconversion to process large volumes of juice with little effect on overall costs.

Founded: 2017

Raised, Undisclosed

Raising funds
Produces a high-quality protein powder made from fruit fly larvae, offering a healthy and sustainable alternative to conventional animal protein. Fruit flies are rich in iron, calcium, and magnesium. Like other insect protein, it is cholesterol-free, with an exceptional ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids. They are free of antibiotics, pesticides, and hormones, and have a minimal ecological footprint. Their extremely short life cycle and rapid growth make them one of the most affordable sources of animal protein available today.

Founded: 2015

Raised, 2.8M , from The Kitchen FoodTech Hub

Leading Growth Stage Improved Nutrition Companies
Raising funds
Developed a proprietary technology for targeted flavor delivery. The company’s solution is designed to enhance the perception of sweetness or saltiness with no aftertaste, enabling the reduction of sugar and salt in chocolates, confections, baked goods, cereals, and other products. The company’s platform has been proven to achieve a nearly identical sensory profile to sugar in a number of sensory tests conducted. Its products are FDA- and EFSA-compliant, and its technology is protected by 14 granted patents and 22 applications. DouxMatok has already partnered with leading sugar refiners in Europe and the USA.

Founded: 2014

Raised, 30.1M , from Pitango Venture Capital, JVP, FoodLab Capital, OurCrowd, BlueRed Partners, La Maison Partners, Südzucker Group, Singha Ventures and Btov Partners

Raising funds
Breeds, develops, and cultivates Mankai, a proprietary, protein-rich, whole-leaf vegetable grown using sustainable hydroponics. The safe, unprocessed vegetable is a higher source of protein than any leaf vegetable currently on the market, and can be used as a whole-food supplement, ingredient, or fresh plant. Hinoman’s process offers scalability for Mankai cultivation, enabling it to grow faster, in larger quantities, and with a minimal ecological footprint, ensures that all plants are pure, clean, and suitable for clean-label application.

Founded: 2010

Raised, Undisclosed

Raising funds
Produce functional biofood that contains the plants’ phytochemicals in their natural state, ensuring optimal bioavailability and efficacy. The company’s flagship product, VINIA, is a red grape powder that can be consumed directly or mixed with foods or beverages, and provides many of the benefits of drinking red wine, without the sugars, calories, and alcohol. BioHarvest uses a clean production hydroponic process that involves no solvent extraction and no GMOs, and is free of fungicides, pathogens, pesticides, and other residual chemicals.

Founded: 2007

Raised, Undisclosed

Raising funds
Provides customized nutrition recommendations designed to help users live healthier lives and maintain normal blood sugar levels. The company studies users’ individual metrics and gut microbiomes and then translates the data into personalized, actionable insights.

Founded: 2015

Raised, 90M , from Longliv Ventures and Samsung NEXT TLV

**Israel’s academic institutions are highly rated across the world, and many are renowned for their expertise in both biotech and agriculture. A shortage of natural resources led Israel to develop proficiency and innovation in the areas of resilient seeds, novel plants, and crop protection, which over the years has drawn the interest of many leading multinational agriculture corporations, including Monsanto, Bayer, BASF.