Key Takeaways:USV will add Wellbeing Nutrition to its portfolio, taking a 79% stake in the business.The deal extends USV’s commitment from prescription-led care to preventive and lifestyle-focused wellness.The acquisition is one of the largest exits in India's health and wellness startup space to date.USV is marking its entry into India's fast-growing direct-to-consumer nutraceutical market with the acquisition of Wellbeing Nutrition.WHO: Wellbeing Nutrition was founded in 2019, challenging the status quo in the nutraceuticals sector with a science-first philosophy. Today the product portfolio includes vitamins, minerals, protein, collagen, omega-3 supplements, and other wellness products. The company sells through its own digital platform, online marketplaces, and offline retail channels, and has a presence in international markets including the US, UK, and UAE. It currently retails through more than 6,000 outlets.Mumbai-based pharmaceutical company USV was founded in 1961 and is focused on the development of small-molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as on custom research services for drug development. It is known for brands such as Glycomet-GP, Ecosprin, and Roseday in the oral anti-diabetic and cardiovascular segments. It is also the exclusive partner for Sebamed India.IN THEIR OWN WORDS: “This acquisition dovetails strongly with our strategy to build a future-facing healthcare portfolio that responds to the changing aspirations of Indian consumers.