Many people are looking for tasty drinks that are also good for their gut health, but often struggle to find options. Kombucha, a popular probiotic drink, usually has a strong vinegar flavor and can have a lot of sugar, which makes it less appealing to health-conscious consumers. Rosa Li, the founder of Wildwonder, saw this …
Every year, the healthcare industry produces a huge amount of single-use plastic medicine bottles, many of which end up in landfills or oceans, harming the environment. Currently, only 3% to 7% of these bottles get recycled. To tackle this waste problem, two entrepreneurs, Russell Gong and Achal Patel, created a company called Cabinet Health that …
The beauty industry often focuses on synthetic ingredients, which can be harmful to our skin and the environment. However, Sandra Velasquez recognized that many natural ingredients, especially those that have cultural significance, are often ignored. She founded Nopalera, a clean beauty brand that uses the prickly pear cactus (known as nopal), a plant important in …
A lot of people really enjoy drinking plant-based milk, like almond or cashew milk, but they often don’t like the extra ingredients added to store-bought brands, such as preservatives and sugar. Alicia Long found this out when she tried making her own nut milk at home. While it turned out to be healthier, it also …
Parents want the best for their little ones, but choosing safe and eco-friendly diapers can be a big challenge. Traditional disposable diapers are mostly made of plastic, which can take a staggering 500 years to break down in landfills. This not only creates a lot of waste but can also irritate babies’ delicate skin. Amrita …
Nichole Powell noticed that many bug sprays contain a chemical called DEET, which can irritate skin, cause confusion, and even harm brain cells. Since she loved spending time outdoors, she wanted a better and safer way to protect herself from mosquitoes without using harsh chemicals. This led her to create a brand called Kinfield, which …
Imagine you’re at the gym, trying to get stronger by lifting weights. You might keep track of how much you lift by writing it down in a notebook, but that can be a bit tricky. What if there was a way for you to see exactly how much you’re lifting and how hard you’re working, …
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits around the world, but they often spoil really quickly. If you’ve ever bought a bunch of bananas, you might have noticed how they can turn brown and mushy in just a few days. This can be frustrating because it means you’re wasting money and food, and you …
Whitney and Chaz Gates created Wondry, a brand of fruit-based wines made from flavors like peaches, apples, and mangoes, rather than the usual grapes. The idea came to Whitney during the COVID-19 pandemic when she realized there weren’t many interesting, fruity wines available. This reminded her of her uncle’s homemade wines, which used various fruits …
When COVID-19 hit, many businesses faced tough times, including a catering company owned by Aaron Menitoff and Rachel Solomon in South Florida. Suddenly, their event-based business came to a halt. Instead of giving up, they realized that even though people couldn’t go out, they still craved gourmet food, particularly charcuterie boards—which are platters with meats, …