Fitness & Nutrition

Ark Clinical Research Announces Advancing Accessibility for Obesity Through Innovative Research Trials on GLP-1 drugs

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Research, Fitness & Nutrition, Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Managed Care, Health, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Science, FDA, Organization, Diabetes, Learning, Hope, Statistics, Weight loss, Obesity, Exercise, Patient, Diet, Magnetic resonance, Ark, Pharmaceutical industry

Ark Clinical Research (“Ark”) is advancing accessible solutions for obesity and obesity-related diseases through clinical research and a free health clinic, which administers health assessments and manages patient care.

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  • Ark Clinical Research (“Ark”) is advancing accessible solutions for obesity and obesity-related diseases through clinical research and a free health clinic, which administers health assessments and manages patient care.
  • While the clinical research organization conducts Phase I-IV clinical trials in various therapeutic areas, the company is particularly focused on weight loss studies and accessibility of these drugs for those in need, particularly for low-income and minority patients.
  • While these studies are placebo controlled, they can provide another avenue for GLP-1 drugs or other obesity drugs.
  • If you are interested in learning more about Ark Clinical Research, please contact Samira Moran, CEO by phone at 310-710-2985 or by email at [email protected] .

Precision BioSciences Announces Return of Programs and Conclusion of Collaboration with Prevail Therapeutics

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Technology, Biotechnology, FDA, Nanotechnology, Health, Pharmaceutical, Stem Cells, Other Science, Research, Infectious Diseases, Genetics, Fitness & Nutrition, Science, Clinical Trials, CTA, CRISPR, PMM, OTC, Gene editing, Partnership, Doctor of Philosophy, DMD, Prevail, Webcast, IND, Entrepreneurship, Novartis, DNA, Precision BioSciences, GLP, Eli Lilly and Company, CTAS, Toxicology, ID, Therapy, Precision, HBV, Vaccine

Precision BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTIL), an advanced gene editing company, today announced the anticipated return of three programs from Prevail Therapeutics Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.

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  • Precision BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTIL), an advanced gene editing company, today announced the anticipated return of three programs from Prevail Therapeutics Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.
  • Precision exercised its option to regain rights for the programs following Prevail Therapeutics’ decision to conclude the collaboration.
  • The collaboration began in January 2021 and was amended in June 2023 to transfer certain preclinical research, manufacturing, and investigational new drug (IND)-enabling activities from Precision BioSciences to Prevail Therapeutics.
  • “We enjoyed a productive gene editing collaboration with Prevail Therapeutics and appreciate their contributions to the success of these programs.

J-HOTATE Association Exhibits at Seafood Expo Global in Spain to appeal premium and fresh Japanese scallops

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Retail, Health, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness & Nutrition, Supermarket, Food, Beverage, Nutrient, Multimedia, Heart, Diabetes, Scallop, COVID-19, Fatigue, Taurine, Aquaculture

Japan Scallop Export Promotion Association (“J-HOTATE Association”), which aims to expand the export of Japanese scallops, will be presenting the Japanese scallops to European markets at the Seafood Expo Global, which will be held in Barcelona, Spain, from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024.

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  • Japan Scallop Export Promotion Association (“J-HOTATE Association”), which aims to expand the export of Japanese scallops, will be presenting the Japanese scallops to European markets at the Seafood Expo Global, which will be held in Barcelona, Spain, from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240415920416/en/
    Japanese Scallop - A Sustainable Gastronomic Delight (Photo: Business Wire)
    Japanese scallops (we say HOTATE [Hoh-Tah-Teh]) are highly accredited for their flavor, size, and quality.
  • Fresh scallops can be enjoyed year-round under environmentally friendly farming/harvesting methods and the advanced technology to maintain freshness—both of which are unique to Japan.
  • Especially in Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate, and Miyagi where scallops are produced, local ocean currents provide highly rich nutrients, boasting one of the world’s largest landings of scallops.

Fullscript Gathers Industry Leaders in Proactive, Whole Person Care for Cardiometabolic Summit

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Cardiology, Practice Management, Telemedicine, Virtual Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Health, Health Technology, Vitamins, Supplements, Fitness & Nutrition, Education, CVD, Cardiovascular disease, Women's health, Conditional sentence, MD, Patient, Doctor of Philosophy, Risk, Syndrome, Nursing

Fullscript , a leader in healthcare platforms for whole person care, today announced that on April 17-18th, 2024, it will be hosting a mixed audience of conventional and functional clinicians for a virtual Cardiometabolic Summit .

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  • Fullscript , a leader in healthcare platforms for whole person care, today announced that on April 17-18th, 2024, it will be hosting a mixed audience of conventional and functional clinicians for a virtual Cardiometabolic Summit .
  • Fullscript’s Cardiometabolic Summit will bring together thousands of cross-functional providers and primary care clinicians across various disciplines as they dive deep into trending topics about cardiometabolic care and explore ways to help patients prevent and manage chronic illness as part of a wider look at whole person health.
  • “At Fullscript, we are dedicated to scaling the delivery of whole person care by helping providers drive proven, better health outcomes.
  • “As clinicians, we have a responsibility to better understand the ways in which providers and patients alike can engage in whole person healthcare,” said Jeff Gladd, MD, chief medical officer, Fullscript.

Human and Animal Nutrition Industry Report - Sustainability Practices, Transformative Megatrends and Innovative Technologies Driving Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Food, Beverage, Health, Retail, Fitness & Nutrition, Veterinary, UN, Protein, Investment, Sustainability, Traction, Water, Carbon footprint, Carbon, Environment, Future, Green Deal, GHG, Sustainable Development Goals, COP28, Carbon accounting, Government, Human, Agriculture

The "Sustainability Practices and Growth Opportunities in the Human and Animal Nutrition Industry" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Sustainability Practices and Growth Opportunities in the Human and Animal Nutrition Industry" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • With sustainability in the food and beverage industry drawing attention on global platforms, such as the COP28 UAE Declaration, stakeholders seek to transform their food systems.
  • Sustainability will gain momentum in the nutrition industry because of the growing manufacturer and consumer awareness about the environment and government initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint.
  • Ingredient manufacturers intend to source sustainable raw materials and adopt energy-efficient production processes that consume less water.

Court Approves BowFlex Inc. Purchase Agreement by Johnson Health Tech

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Retail, Specialty, Fitness & Nutrition, Health, Sale, Bankruptcy, Sidley Austin, FTI Consulting, Johnson Health Tech, Bowflex, Court, United States bankruptcy court, Sales management

BowFlex Inc. (“BowFlex” or “the Company”) today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey (the “Court”) entered an order approving the sale of the Acquired Assets pursuant to the terms of the previously announced Stalking Horse Asset Purchase Agreement (“Purchase Agreement”) with Johnson Health Tech Retail, Inc. (“Johnson Health Tech” and such order, the “Sale Order”).

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  • BowFlex Inc. (“BowFlex” or “the Company”) today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey (the “Court”) entered an order approving the sale of the Acquired Assets pursuant to the terms of the previously announced Stalking Horse Asset Purchase Agreement (“Purchase Agreement”) with Johnson Health Tech Retail, Inc. (“Johnson Health Tech” and such order, the “Sale Order”).
  • Pursuant to the terms of the Purchase Agreement, Johnson Health Tech has agreed to acquire substantially all of the Company’s assets (the “Acquired Assets”) for $37,500,000 in cash, less certain adjustments.
  • “We are pleased that the Court has approved this transaction with Johnson Health Tech,” said Jim Barr, BowFlex Inc. Chief Executive Officer.
  • FTI Consulting, Inc. and FTI Capital Advisors LLC have been retained as financial advisor and investment banker to BowFlex to manage the sale process.

Wheaties™ Pushes the Limits of Breakfast with Highest Protein Offering in Cereal Category: Wheaties Protein

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Friday, May 3, 2024
Food, Beverage, Manufacturing, Women, Seniors, Retail, Teens, Men, Children, Convenience Store, Family, Consumer, Fitness & Nutrition, Department Stores, Other Sports, Sports, Health, Supermarket, Packaging, Honey, Multimedia, Athlete, Walmart, Wheaties, Seed, Taste, History, Small Business Saturday, Flour

This spring, iconic cereal brand Wheaties is debuting the highest protein offering in the cereal aisle to date — Wheaties Protein.

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  • This spring, iconic cereal brand Wheaties is debuting the highest protein offering in the cereal aisle to date — Wheaties Protein.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    As General Mills’ oldest cereal brand, Wheaties is building upon its rich history and expanding its legacy with its newest offering.
  • The cereal brand has been powering champions since 1921 by honoring record-breaking athletes, but Wheaties knows protein isn’t only for the pro athletes.
  • From marathon runners to busy parents, Wheaties Protein fuels everyday athletes to be their best selves with a satisfying protein offering that delivers on taste and versatility.

CB Therapeutics Revolutionizes Color and Antioxidant Production: Precision Fermentation Sets New Standard for Cost-Efficiency and Sustainability

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Research, Pharmaceutical, Sustainability, Food, Beverage, Environment, Fitness & Nutrition, Retail, Science, Biotechnology, Vitamins, Supplements, Other Science, Health, Betalain, Lutein, Carbon, Entrepreneurship, Lycopene, CSO, Nutrient, Antioxidant, Multimedia, CO2, Therapy, Fermentation, CB

CB Therapeutics (the “Company”), a frontrunner in biotechnology and precision fermentation, announces a monumental stride towards sustainability with the introduction of natural food and product colors, coupled with potent antioxidants.

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  • CB Therapeutics (the “Company”), a frontrunner in biotechnology and precision fermentation, announces a monumental stride towards sustainability with the introduction of natural food and product colors, coupled with potent antioxidants.
  • This innovative leap not only transforms coloration and nutrition but also sets a new benchmark for environmental responsibility in the food and industrial sectors.
  • The adoption of CB Therapeutics' innovative solutions not only elevates product quality but also reinforces a commitment to consumer well-being and environmental stewardship, emphasized Sher Ali Butt, Co-Founder and CEO of CB Therapeutics.
  • By utilizing precision fermentation, CB Therapeutics significantly reduces carbon emissions, with estimates suggesting a reduction of metric tons of CO2 annually compared to traditional color production methods.”
    CB Therapeutics is now looking to collaborate with partners in need of these sustainable colors.

Neon Money Club Launches ‘The Cream Wellness Studio,’ An In-App Wellness Experience

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Banking, Professional Services, Lifestyle, Personal Finance, Consumer, Apps, Applications, Technology, Fitness & Nutrition, Generation Z, Alternative Medicine, Finance, Health, Cream, APA, Financial Literacy Month, Life, Yoga, Entrepreneurship, Human, American Psychological Association, Overalls, Meditation

Cream Wellness Studio will offer a diverse array of original content, ranging from yoga and pilates to breathwork and meditation for Cream Card members.

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  • Cream Wellness Studio will offer a diverse array of original content, ranging from yoga and pilates to breathwork and meditation for Cream Card members.
  • By embracing self-care, Neon Money Club aims to empower individuals to prioritize their holistic wellness journey alongside their financial goals.
  • Through its various initiatives, Neon Money Club seeks to demystify finance and position financial wellness as an integral component of overall well-being.
  • Cream Wellness Studio will be permanently integrated into Neon Money Club’s app, alongside its Cream Card™️ on the American Express Network .

Lindora, Leader in Wellness Solutions, Signs First Wave of Multi-Unit Franchise Agreements in Key Markets

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Monday, April 15, 2024
Professional Services, Business, Health, Other Health, Fitness & Nutrition, General Health, BFT, Internal medicine, Pilates, Weight loss, Partnership, Dance, AKT, Yoga, HRT, Exercise, Acquisition, Medicine, Hill of Row, Boxing, Marketing, Running, Hormone replacement therapy, Pharmaceutical industry

Following its acquisition by Xponential Fitness , Lindora has franchise agreements with owners from diverse backgrounds including technology, software development, real estate, marketing and sales, personal training, and finance.

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  • Following its acquisition by Xponential Fitness , Lindora has franchise agreements with owners from diverse backgrounds including technology, software development, real estate, marketing and sales, personal training, and finance.
  • As the largest global franchisor of health and wellness brands, Xponential brings unparalleled experience and resources to support Lindora franchisees.
  • Founded in 1971 in Southern California, Lindora is a leading provider of medically guided weight management programs and wellness solutions.
  • Lindora is headquartered in Irvine, CA and backed by Xponential Fitness, the largest franchisor of boutique health and wellness brands.