DGAP-News: Rapid Nutrition PLC / Key word(s): Mergers & Acquisitions/Agreement

2015-08-28 / 07:55

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New York, USA - Tapping into the $6 billion a year seaweed market, Rapid Nutrition recently acquired the global rights to Seaweed Bio-Technology Incorporated (SBTI) proprietary and patented technology to enhance its natural healthcare products. This follows on the announcement of the Company's new Scientific Director and focus on expanding its intellectual property.

Rapid Nutrition supplies the System LS weight-loss system which is designed for lasting, healthy weight loss. Rapid Nutrition recently expanded its distribution through Woolworths, Australia's largest retailer where its SystemLS Satisfy organic high-fiber health bar continue to sell out and exceed expectations.

"We are dedicated to seeking out the best ingredients for our natural products and know that proprietary seaweed ingredients offer great nutrition, health benefits, and a great market value," said Rapid Nutrition Managing Director Simon St. Ledger. "As Rapid Nutrition continues to expand our products and services across the globe, we will further enhance our focus on science, intellectual property and creating the best health products available."

The global market for seaweeds and algae continues to expand rapidly, with potential for explosive growth in the near future. The Company intends to develop a unique seaweed formulation using this technology which supports a variety of health benefits. More than 50 percent protein, it can help muscle development while supporting cardiovascular health and offer an enriched and natural source of vitamins and minerals. Rapid Nutrition's products are made from natural and organic whole foods and vegan protein to satisfy hunger cravings with a healthy option.


About Rapid Nutrition
Rapid Nutrition is a natural healthcare company focused on the research, development and production of a range of life science products. The company was established based on its successful and proven weight loss supplement range which is exported worldwide and now offers consumers a growing range of health and well-being solutions to meet existing and emerging societal health concerns, as well as a providing number of wider services to the life sciences industry. For more information, please visit http://rnplc.com


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