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    Nutrilite Products Certified with NFSU-NSTS Trusted Recognition for Sports Safety

    Latest News Posted on  —by Salil Urunkar
    Nutrilite NFSU-NSTS Trusted Recognition

    New Delhi: Amway India announced that its flagship brand Nutrilite has received the NFSU-NSTS Trusted Recognition, awarded by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) under its Nutritional Supplementation Testing for Sportspersons (NSTS) program.

    This milestone reaffirms the brand’s dedication to delivering scientifically backed, safe, and high-quality nutrition supplements.

    NFSU-NSTS Trusted Recognition for Five Key Supplements

    The NFSU-NSTS trusted recognition covers five of Nutrilite’s flagship supplements – Nutrilite All Plant Protein, Nutrilite Cal Mag D Plus K2, Nutrilite Glucosamine HCL with Boswellia, Nutrilite Salmon Omega-3 Softgels, and Nutrilite Daily Plus.

    These products comply with global standards set by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and have been independently verified to be free from prohibited substances, ensuring their reliability for sportspersons, fitness enthusiasts, and families alike.

    Certification by NFSU’s Centre of Excellence

    The trusted recognition was awarded by the Centre of Excellence – National Supplement Testing for Sportspersons (CoE-NSTS) at NFSU, Gujarat.

    This government-recognized facility, established under a tri-party MoU between the Ministry of Home Affairs, FSSAI, and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, conducts advanced analytical and batch-wise testing of supplements against WADA-prohibited substances.

    Certified products are officially listed on the NFSU portal and now carry the “NFSU-NSTS Trusted” mark, signifying assurance, transparency, and safety.

    Amway India Reinforces Trust with Nutrilite

    Speaking on the achievement, Rajneesh Chopra, Managing Director, Amway India, said: “At a time when conversations around the safety and authenticity of nutrition supplements are gaining momentum, this recognition helps reinforce clarity and confidence in our 90-year legacy brand Nutrilite. It further strengthens our position as a trusted family brand while extending its relevance to athletes and fitness enthusiasts.”

    He further emphasized that Nutrilite’s global team of over 800 scientists, engineers, and technicians conducts more than 500,000 quality tests annually, ensuring safety and efficacy at the highest levels.

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      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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