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Global Wellness News™ | April 14th, 2026

Researchers Quantify Longevity’s National ROI

Modern longevity is more functional preservation than life extension, requiring years of research and rebranding to shift.

Unilever Just Acquired Grüns, a Supplement Brand Built on 1 Simple Idea, for $1.2 Billion

Grüns built a booming supplement business by getting people to actually take their vitamins.

US Gym Memberships, Visits Hit All-Time Highs

The HFA’s new U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report found that 81 million Americans belong to a gym, studio or other fitness facility, good for 26.1% of the population.

Why China’s silver beauty market is finally taking off | Jing Daily

Aging consumers drive demand, reshape platforms, and unlock a fast-growing but underserved market segment.

Function Health Acquires Getlabs To Expand At-Home Testing Access

Function Health announced that it has acquired Getlabs, a mobile healthcare platform that delivers diagnostic services directly to patients, marking a significant step in expanding access to at-home health testing.

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