Tag: Corporate acquisitions

Since its founding in 1968, NOW Foods has been a family-owned business, directly answering the question: No, Nestlé does not own NOW supplements. Despite Nestlé Health Science's extensive acquisition history in the nutrition sector, NOW Foods has maintained its independence, a core part of its brand identity. This clarification is crucial for consumers who often seek to understand the corporate ownership behind their favorite supplement brands.

In 2017, the parent company of Pure Encapsulations, Atrium Innovations, was acquired by Nestlé Health Science, confirming that Pure Encapsulation is now owned by Nestle. This acquisition expanded Nestlé's presence in the vitamins, minerals, and supplements market.

As of recent strategic shifts, Nestlé Health Science owns several prominent vitamin and supplement brands, notably having completed the acquisition of The Bountiful Company's core brands in 2021. This expansion highlights Nestlé's significant move into the consumer health sector.

In a significant 2021 transaction valued at $5.75 billion, the global food and beverage giant Nestlé acquired the core brands of The Bountiful Company, confirming who owns Nature Bounty. This strategic move integrated the popular vitamin and supplement brand into Nestlé's growing health science division.