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Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round

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Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round
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Snippets Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round Bengaluru-based longevity science startup Decode Age has raised Rs 14.48 crore (around $1.7 million) in a pre-Series A round led by Krishna Prasad Chigurupati, chairman and managing director of Granules India. Founded in 2021, Decode Age works at the intersection of aging biology, biomarkers, and gut microbiome science. The company focuses on making ageing-related biological signals measurable and usable through testing, research, and precision-led interventions. The proceeds will be used to expand Decode Age’s biomarker discovery programmes, strengthen its multi-omics and microbiome research pipeline, and upgrade scientific and analytical infrastructure. The firm is also working on research-backed supplements and longevity solutions linked to aging pathways such as metabolism, inflammation, cellular energy, and cognitive health. Decode Age has built an in-house platform covering genome-scale gut microbiome analysis, metagenomics, and biomarker research. Its systems are designed to support clinicians, researchers, and individuals seeking data-driven insights into long-term health and aging. The startup is also expanding its scientific and product teams as it looks to take its longevity research beyond India. It collaborates with academic and global research initiatives, including work linked to IISc and international longevity programmes, to generate microbiome and ageing data aligned with global research standards.

Iom Bioworks raises Rs 4 Cr in seed round led by IPV

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Iom Bioworks raises Rs 4 Cr in seed round led by IPV
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Iom Bioworks, a Bengaluru-based deep science startup focused on personalized microbiome-driven healthcare, has raised Rs 4 crore in its seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The proceeds will be used to strengthen marketing, secure intellectual property, scale up core infrastructure, and expand both scientific and commercial teams. Founded in 2022 by Bipin Pradeep Kumar, Dr. Samik Ghosh, and Dr. Hiroaki Kitano, Iom Bioworks is advancing personalized healthcare by identifying and therapeutically modulating key gut bacteria to enhance human health and well-being. The firm’s proprietary platform combines artificial intelligence with large-scale biological network mapping to deliver food and prebiotic recommendations tailored to individual microbiomes. In its first year, Iom Bioworks claims to have served over 500 customers, secured two patents (with two more in advanced stages), and published its research in leading scientific journals. It operates with pan-India logistics and offers a complete digital experience, including at-home gut profiling kits and personalized wellness plans.

Gut wellness brand Lifechart raises $500K in seed round

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Gut wellness brand Lifechart raises $500K in seed round
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Lifechart, a gut wellness brand, has successfully raised $500,000 in a seed funding round. Prajay Advisors LLP contributed $250,000, while the remaining amount came from Agility Ventures, Expert Dojo, and a group of angel investors, including Ahana Gautam, Nitish Mittersain, Sarath Sura, and Marwari Angels, through convertible instruments. Previously, Lifechart secured $200,000 in a pre-seed round in 2022 from Expert Dojo and Nazara Technologies’ Nitish Mittersain. The new funding will enhance Lifechart’s AI capabilities, launch proprietary diagnostic solutions, and develop a brand focused on tier 1 cities, the company said in a press release. Co-founded in 2022 by Mukul Shah and Mansi Sharma, Lifechart aims to tackle the increasing gut health issues in India by offering AI-driven predictive technology and products created by BAMS and BHMS doctors. The brand plans to introduce plant-based microbiome-focused products and comprehensive wellness kits targeting common gut issues like constipation, fatty liver, piles, gas, and acidity. With market research indicating the global gut health market could reach $18 billion by 2025-26, Lifechart’s initiatives position it to capture a significant share. Their predictive AI model aims to tailor services based on demographic and regional health patterns, having already impacted over 250,000 customers primarily in tier II, III, and IV cities.

Lifechart’s Guttify secures $360K from Unichem Labs’ Family Office

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Lifechart’s Guttify secures $360K from Unichem Labs’ Family Office
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Lifechart’s Guttify secures $360K from Unichem Labs’ Family Office Lifechart, a health-tech startup focused on gut wellness, has raised $360,000 in an extended seed round for its gut health brand Guttify, led by Prajay Advisors, the family office of the founders of Unichem Labs, Prakash Mody and Jayendra Shah. This $360K raise follows a $500K seed round in October 2024, backed by Expert Dojo, Agility Ventures, Sunn91 Ventures, government seed schemes, and angels like Nitish Mittersain and Ahana Gautam—bringing Lifechart’s total funding to over $1 million. Co-founded in 2022 by Mukul Shah and Mansi Sharma, Guttify is a gut health brand designed for India’s urban population (tier I and III cities), and it adopts a diagnosis-first approach. It offers DIY at-home gut testing kits and clinically validated solutions that combine modern science with herbal methods. Its first product, a pH saliva testing kit for acidity, is already live, with more kits priced as low as Rs 99 set to launch in the coming months. Guttify aims to empower every Indian with accessible, accurate, and personalized gut health solutions—grounded in science, enabled by technology, and inspired by Ayurveda. Lifechart and Guttify aspire to build a full-stack science-backed gut wellness ecosystem to address the urgent and widespread gut health crisis in India. According to market research, the Indian gut wellness market is projected at $18 billion and over 60% of the Indian population suffers from digestive issues.

Dhun Wellness raises $4 Mn led by SRF and Havells India

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Dhun Wellness raises $4 Mn led by SRF and Havells India
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Dhun Wellness raises $4 Mn led by SRF and Havells India Wellness startup Dhun Wellness has raised $4 million (approximately Rs 36.6 crore) in a funding round co-led by SRF Ltd and Havells India. The round also saw participation from other angel investors, including Arushi Aayush Agrawal, Ash Lilani, Tracxn co-founder Abhishek Goyal, Sanjay Kapoor, and others. The proceeds will be used to expand its footprint to Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad, Dhun said in a press release. Launched in 2023 by Mira Kapoor, Dhun Wellness is an urban wellness sanctuary offering integrated healing, recovery, and rejuvenation through a blend of traditional Indian practices (such as Ayurveda and sound healing) and modern longevity science (including cryotherapy and infrared sauna). The offering is designed for city dwellers seeking holistic well-being without leaving the city, with a focus on personalised seven-day programmes and a luxury experience that helps individuals tune into their bodies. According to Dhun Wellness, the platform blends ancient Eastern wisdom with Western longevity science to address the root causes of imbalance, including fatigue, sleep issues, and gut health. The startup customises seven-day wellness programmes featuring consultations, nutritional guidance, and at-home plans, supported by a 24/7 concierge. As per a market report, the health and wellness market is projected to reach $256.9 billion by 2033. The Mumbai-based startup plans to build a comprehensive longevity vertical focused on preventive care, personalised wellness protocols, and long-term health optimisation. It said it is witnessing 15% month-on-month growth in demand.

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