Zeus Hygia raises $2.5 Mn in Series A round from NABVENTURES

Zeus Hygia, a research-driven nutraceutical ingredient manufacturer, has secured $2.5 million in its Series A funding round from NABVENTURES, the venture capital arm of NABARD. 

The funds will be used to grow globally, improve research and development, and create new products for pain relief, weight loss, women’s health and healthy aging.

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“We're at an exciting inflection point in our journey,” said Arunkanth Krishnakumar, Co-founder and CEO of Zeus Hygia. “This funding from NABVENTURES validates our scientific approach and gives us the momentum to bring innovative, clinically backed nutraceutical solutions to a global audience. Our goal is to set new benchmarks for quality and efficacy in the wellness industry.”

Speaking about the investment, Ankita Bhatnagar, Vice President, NABVENTURES said “Zeus Hygia's innovative approach to developing high-value nutraceutical ingredients from India-based plant products is a game-changer. This not only unlocks significant potential for our farmers to cultivate crops with enhanced economic returns but also addresses the global demand for natural ingredients. Zeus Hygia stands out with its commitment to clinically validated, patented, plant-based solutions, positioning India at the forefront of the global nutraceutical landscape and fostering a vibrant ecosystem of agricultural prosperity and global well-being.”

About Zeus Hygia 

Founded in 2018 by  Arunkanth Krishnakumar and Shankaranarayanan Jeyakodi, Hyderabad-based Zeus Hygia makes clinically proven, plant-based herbal extracts for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and OTC brands. It follows a B2B model, supplying effective natural ingredients to wellness companies in over 15 countries.

Its product line includes eight unique ingredients like BioSOLVE Curcumin, Grantria, and Stadice, with more on the way.

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The startup holds nine patents, has published over 20 scientific papers, and uses five in-house technologies to ensure its products are natural, safe, and effective. Zeus Hygia is also growing in North America with a U.S. unit and expanding in Southeast Asia and MENA through partnerships and joint projects.