Zeus Hygia, a science-led nutraceutical ingredient manufacturer, has raised $2.5 million in a Series A funding round from NABVENTURES, the venture capital arm of NABARD.
The funds raised will be used to expand in North America and Southeast Asia, advance research and development, and accelerate the creation of innovative nutraceutical ingredients targeting pain relief, weight control, women’s health, and healthy aging.
Founded in 2018 by Arunkanth Krishnakumar and Shankaranarayanan Jeyakodi, Zeus Hygia develops patented, clinically validated, evidence-based herbal extracts tailored for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and over-the-counter markets. The company operates on a business-to-business model and supplies high-efficacy plant-based ingredients to wellness companies across more than 15 countries.
Zeus’s portfolio currently includes eight branded, clinically backed ingredients such as BioSOLVE Curcumin, CaroTex, Grantria, GreMin, Stadice, Gevalin, Metaberine and Consolax, with several more in the pipeline.
Zeus Hygia holds nine patents and supports its innovations through over 20 scientific publications. Its technology platforms enable the delivery of safe and natural active ingredients.
Zeus Hygia has established a unit in the United States and is entering Southeast Asia through strategic partnerships. The company expects international markets to contribute nearly 70% of its revenue within three years, signaling strong global demand for its plant-derived solutions.
Arunkanth Krishnakumar, Co-founder and CEO of Zeus Hygia, said, “We’re at an exciting inflection point in our journey. 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.”
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.”
