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Y Combinator

Y Combinator is a startup accelerator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2005. It has pioneered a new funding model for early-stage startups by investing a modest amount of capital, typically around $150,000, in a large number of companies twice a year. Over a three-month program, Y Combinator collaborates closely with these startups to prepare them for investor pitches and enhance their business strategies. Each funding cycle concludes with Demo Day, where startups present to an exclusive audience of investors. Y Combinator focuses on various sectors, including business software, education, healthcare, and financial technology, among others. In addition to initial funding, it offers ongoing support through its extensive alumni network. Since its inception, Y Combinator has funded over 630 startups, contributing significantly to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Silicon Valley and beyond.

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Gustaf Alstromer

Group Partner

Matt Bogrand

Associate, YC Continuity Fund

Timothy Brady

Partner

Craig R. Cannon

Director of Marketing

Adora Cheung

Partner

Nic Dardenne

Principal

Aaron Epstein

Group Partner

Brad Flora

Group Partner

Jared Friedman

Managing Director, Software and Group Partner

Aaron Harris

Partner

Carolynn Levy

Partner

Bradford (Brad) Lightcap

Associate, YC Continuity

Kat Manalac

Managing Partner

Eric Migicovsky

Partner

Kirsty Nathoo

Partner

Verena Prescher

Director of Finance

Geoff Ralston

president

Ali Rowghani

Managing Partner

Arnav Sahu

Principal

Michael Seibel

Managing Director

Harj Taggar

Partner

Past deals in Nutrition

Positive

Venture Round in 2022
Positive Food is a food company.

Persephone Biome, Inc.

Seed Round in 2022
Persephone Biome, Inc. is a San Diego-based company focused on researching and developing products and therapies that modify gut microbial metabolism, particularly in relation to cancer treatment. Established in 2017, the company is creating innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the efficacy of oncology drugs by retuning the gut microbiome. This includes the development of a pill containing beneficial gut bacteria. In addition to its therapeutics, Persephone Biome aims to offer nutritional products that support the human gut microbiome, producing functional foods and beverages that cater to the growing consumer demand for health-oriented products. The company has plans to enter clinical trials to further advance its initiatives in the field of microbiome-directed therapies.

FitHub

Seed Round in 2021
FitHub operates an e-commerce marketplace focused on the fitness and wellness industry, providing a diverse selection of healthy foods, supplements, and personal care products. The company aims to improve consumer habits through scientifically proven technologies and is dedicated to addressing major health issues related to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle. By offering eco-friendly sourced products, FitHub enables consumers to adopt healthier lifestyles and cultivate positive habits, positioning itself as a comprehensive destination for those seeking to enhance their well-being.

Fitia

Pre Seed Round in 2021
With FITIA you can select any goal (reduce weight, gain weight, improve your health) and our algorithm creates a personalized plan for you in minutes. The algorithm takes into account your food preferences, activity level and specific information so that the plan is unique.

FitHub

Seed Round in 2021
FitHub operates an e-commerce marketplace focused on the fitness and wellness industry, providing a diverse selection of healthy foods, supplements, and personal care products. The company aims to improve consumer habits through scientifically proven technologies and is dedicated to addressing major health issues related to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle. By offering eco-friendly sourced products, FitHub enables consumers to adopt healthier lifestyles and cultivate positive habits, positioning itself as a comprehensive destination for those seeking to enhance their well-being.

FitHub

Pre Seed Round in 2021
FitHub operates an e-commerce marketplace focused on the fitness and wellness industry, providing a diverse selection of healthy foods, supplements, and personal care products. The company aims to improve consumer habits through scientifically proven technologies and is dedicated to addressing major health issues related to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle. By offering eco-friendly sourced products, FitHub enables consumers to adopt healthier lifestyles and cultivate positive habits, positioning itself as a comprehensive destination for those seeking to enhance their well-being.

LemonBox

Seed Round in 2020
LemonBox is a Beijing-based company that specializes in providing personalized daily vitamin packs and nutritional supplements. Founded in 2016, it utilizes big data and the expertise of registered dietitians from the United States to deliver tailored nutritional advice to its customers in China. The company offers a subscription model, allowing customers to receive their customized vitamin packs, made in the U.S., within 7 to 10 days. By focusing on individual health needs, LemonBox aims to enhance the well-being of its clients through convenient and personalized nutrition solutions.

Positive

Seed Round in 2019
Positive Food is a food company.

LemonBox

Seed Round in 2018
LemonBox is a Beijing-based company that specializes in providing personalized daily vitamin packs and nutritional supplements. Founded in 2016, it utilizes big data and the expertise of registered dietitians from the United States to deliver tailored nutritional advice to its customers in China. The company offers a subscription model, allowing customers to receive their customized vitamin packs, made in the U.S., within 7 to 10 days. By focusing on individual health needs, LemonBox aims to enhance the well-being of its clients through convenient and personalized nutrition solutions.

Persephone Biome, Inc.

Seed Round in 2018
Persephone Biome, Inc. is a San Diego-based company focused on researching and developing products and therapies that modify gut microbial metabolism, particularly in relation to cancer treatment. Established in 2017, the company is creating innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the efficacy of oncology drugs by retuning the gut microbiome. This includes the development of a pill containing beneficial gut bacteria. In addition to its therapeutics, Persephone Biome aims to offer nutritional products that support the human gut microbiome, producing functional foods and beverages that cater to the growing consumer demand for health-oriented products. The company has plans to enter clinical trials to further advance its initiatives in the field of microbiome-directed therapies.

Nutrigene Inc.

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Nutrigene delivers personalized fresh liquid supplements based on health data. Nutrigene believes your genes may hold the secret to what you might be missing in your diet. The company will send you tailor-made liquid vitamin supplements based on a lifestyle quiz and your DNA. You fill out an assessment on the startup’s website, choose a recommended package, such as essentials, improve performance or optimize gut health, and Nutrigene will send you liquid supplements built just for you. The company is based in San Francisco, California.

Persephone Biome, Inc.

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Persephone Biome, Inc. is a San Diego-based company focused on researching and developing products and therapies that modify gut microbial metabolism, particularly in relation to cancer treatment. Established in 2017, the company is creating innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the efficacy of oncology drugs by retuning the gut microbiome. This includes the development of a pill containing beneficial gut bacteria. In addition to its therapeutics, Persephone Biome aims to offer nutritional products that support the human gut microbiome, producing functional foods and beverages that cater to the growing consumer demand for health-oriented products. The company has plans to enter clinical trials to further advance its initiatives in the field of microbiome-directed therapies.

Replenish

Seed Round in 2014
Replenish specializes in the manufacturing of self-cleaning blenders designed for the preparation of healthy smoothies and snacks. The company's innovative blenders offer a convenient solution for users by instantly preparing nutritious options. Additionally, Replenish provides pre-packaged cups filled with a diverse selection of hyper-fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts. These ingredients are flash-frozen at their peak ripeness to maintain their vitamins and nutrients, ensuring that customers have access to all-natural produce at its optimal freshness. This combination of technology and quality ingredients aims to promote healthy eating habits in homes and offices.

SpringWit

Seed Round in 2014
Brain health and awareness

Replenish

Seed Round in 2014
Replenish specializes in the manufacturing of self-cleaning blenders designed for the preparation of healthy smoothies and snacks. The company's innovative blenders offer a convenient solution for users by instantly preparing nutritious options. Additionally, Replenish provides pre-packaged cups filled with a diverse selection of hyper-fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts. These ingredients are flash-frozen at their peak ripeness to maintain their vitamins and nutrients, ensuring that customers have access to all-natural produce at its optimal freshness. This combination of technology and quality ingredients aims to promote healthy eating habits in homes and offices.

Soylent

Pre Seed Round in 2012
Soylent is a pioneer in food technology, producing delicious, functional foods, with complete nutrition that are good for the body and the planet. In 2013, our founders developed the first iteration in their kitchen after recognizing the need for a simpler, more efficient food source. The company has grown to become both a disruptor and a driver in the Food Tech world. Soylent is on a mission to provide complete, sustainable nutrition that is accessible, appealing and affordable to all; and its line of products are engineered from the ground up to provide the vitamins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates and protein that the body needs - all in convenient packages. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Fithub

Seed Round in 2010
Fithub provides streamlined communication, a mobile focused workout and nutrition plan delivery system.