AlpinaSana obtains the CHF 150,000 Kick to customize nutrition for the elderly
17.04.2024
AlpinaSana received the CHF 150,000 investment from Venture Kick to personalize supplements for seniors via 3D imaging technology and AI.
 AlpinaSana’s team: Gommaar D’Hulst, Robert Schreiber, Raban Iten, and Jotam Bergfreund
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Elderly people often lack proper nutrition due to appetite loss, swallowing difficulties, and challenges monitoring their intake. This leads to frailty, muscle loss, and higher healthcare costs. While many medical drinks available today address this issue, they often fall short in terms of taste acceptance due to artificial ingredients and off-flavours from vitamins.
AlpinaSana uses a novel proprietary solution using innovative 3D imaging technology making daily scans of food intake from the elderly to identify their specific nutritional need and develops personalized nutritional supplements in delicious forms such as meal drinks, ice creams, and cookies. AlpinaSana’s first production is already sold out, and the startup has secured multiple pilots with hospitals and clinics.
The FSMP market (Food for Special Medical Purposes) is currently valued at approximately USD 13 billion and is substantially growing. AlpinaSana aims to start serving the recognized 6% of malnourished patients, and further expand their offering, aiming for a 20% plus of the market. The startup’s primary customers include hospitals, care facilities, and home care services, which distribute AlpinaSana’s products directly to patients. The startup has garnered interest from 60 hospitals across Switzerland for its solution.
AlpinaSana will invest the CHF 150,000 from Venture Kick to accelerate business development and scaling production. Initiatives include an offline campaign, participation in major nutritional fairs, and the design and production of the first FSMP ice cream, set for launch in June 2024.
The team comprises CEO Robert Schreiber, CSO Jotam Bergfreund, CTO Raban Ilten, and Health Scientist Gommaar D'Hulst.
AlpinaSana’s team: Gommaar D’Hulst, Robert Schreiber, Raban Iten, and Jotam Bergfreund
AlpinaSana uses a novel proprietary solution using innovative 3D imaging technology making daily scans of food intake from the elderly to identify their specific nutritional need and develops personalized nutritional supplements in delicious forms such as meal drinks, ice creams, and cookies. AlpinaSana’s first production is already sold out, and the startup has secured multiple pilots with hospitals and clinics.
The FSMP market (Food for Special Medical Purposes) is currently valued at approximately USD 13 billion and is substantially growing. AlpinaSana aims to start serving the recognized 6% of malnourished patients, and further expand their offering, aiming for a 20% plus of the market. The startup’s primary customers include hospitals, care facilities, and home care services, which distribute AlpinaSana’s products directly to patients. The startup has garnered interest from 60 hospitals across Switzerland for its solution.
AlpinaSana will invest the CHF 150,000 from Venture Kick to accelerate business development and scaling production. Initiatives include an offline campaign, participation in major nutritional fairs, and the design and production of the first FSMP ice cream, set for launch in June 2024.
The team comprises CEO Robert Schreiber, CSO Jotam Bergfreund, CTO Raban Ilten, and Health Scientist Gommaar D'Hulst.
“Venture Kick was a game-changer for us. The program has not only refined our approach to achieving product-market fit but also inspired us to set and pursue ambitious goals. Venture Kick has indeed kicked us forward, encouraging us to think big and act boldly,” highlighted Robert Schreiber.
AlpinaSana’s team: Gommaar D’Hulst, Robert Schreiber, Raban Iten, and Jotam Bergfreund