What Bodymed does

Bodymed AG is a German medically supervised nutrition and weight management company founded in 1994, operating across the DACH region through a franchise-based network of more than 1,300 independently operated Bodymed Centers and approximately 1,500 advisors in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Its core offering is a physician-developed 4-phase nutrition program combined with a 3-meal daily eating framework, positioned for sustainable weight loss without calorie counting, and supported by in-center BIA body composition analysis and the dedicated Leberfasten nach Dr. Worm liver fasting program targeting fatty liver disease and metabolic conditions.

The business runs multiple revenue streams in parallel. Franchisees pay licensing and training fees to operate Bodymed Centers, while the corporate entity sells proprietary nutritional products (Sana-Pro soups, Aminole, Day Start, Sana-Fit, supplements) through its e-commerce webshop and supplies participating centers. Program and course fees are charged for in-person and online (Bodymed EXPERT, myBODYMED app) delivery, and special care arrangements (Besondere Versorgung) with statutory health insurers such as AOK and TK provide reimbursement-driven referrals. Branded adjacent services include Med²Contour ultrasound-based body contouring and Bodymed Academy advisor training.

Bodymed's go-to-market is multi-channel: a DACH-wide franchise footprint for in-person delivery, a webshop and online course platform for direct-to-consumer reach, event-driven acquisition through info evenings and webinars featuring the scientific advisory board, and a corporate health management (BGM) channel targeting employers. The company is privately held and led by Vorstand member Dr. Hardy Walle, with a Scientific Advisory Board anchored by Prof. Dr. Nicolai Worm and Prof. Dr. Rudolf Prager providing clinical credibility; no external institutional investment, M&A activity, or AI/ML capability is disclosed.

Name

Bodymed

Legal name

Bodymed AG

Website

https://bodymed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bodymed AG is a German medically supervised weight management company, founded in 1994, operating a 1,300+ center franchise network across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland that delivers a physician-developed 4-phase nutrition program, branded supplements, and reimbursed metabolic-health programs to individual consumers and corporate wellness buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Weight Management and Nutritional Counseling

NAICS

Diet and Weight Reducing Centers (812191), Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Weight Loss Coaching (Non-Clinical) (HSADAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

General Nutrition Coaching (HSADAFAA), Corporate/Workplace Nutrition & Weight Management Programs (HSADAFAO), Meal Planning & Prep Coaching (Macros, Grocery Guidance) (HSADAFAN), Chronic Condition Lifestyle Coaching (Non-Clinical) (HSADAGAH)

Keywords

• Medical weight management
• Nutrition counseling services
• Metabolic health programs
• Franchise health centers
• Nutritional supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Kirkel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Franchise/Center Network Fees: Independent doctors, dietitians, and pharmacies operate Bodymed Centers as franchisees, paying licensing fees for the Bodymed brand, training, and ongoing support.
2. Nutritional Products Sales: Sale of proprietary products including Sana-Pro meal replacement soups, Aminole protein concentrate, Day Start breakfast products, Sana-Fit weight loss products, and vitamin/mineral supplements through the Bodymed webshop.
3. Program/Course Fees: Fees for structured weight loss programs and courses delivered at centers, including the Leberfasten (liver fasting) program.
4. Online Course Subscriptions: Bodymed EXPERT platform offers online courses for those preferring flexible, remote participation.
5. Health Insurance Partnerships: Special care arrangements (Besondere Versorgung) with health insurance companies for reimbursement of weight reduction programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bodymed provides medically supervised nutrition and weight loss programs built on a structured 4-phase methodology and 3-meal-per-day principle, delivered through a franchise network of 1,300+ Bodymed Centers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland plus online courses. The offering includes in-center BIA body composition analysis, nutritional counseling, the Leberfasten liver fasting program, and proprietary nutritional products (Sana-Pro soups, DAY START high-protein breakfast, Sana-Fit line, supplements) sold via an e-commerce webshop.

Product overview

Bodymed is a medically supervised nutrition and weight management program company operating primarily in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The core offering is the Bodymed-Ernährungsprogramm, a scientifically developed nutrition concept featuring a 4-Phase Program and 3-Meal Principle for sustainable weight loss without calorie counting. The program is delivered through a network of over 1,500 physical consultation centers (Bodymed-Center) supplemented by digital platforms including myBODYMED and Bodymed EXPERT for online courses. Key products include the Leberfasten nach Dr. Worm liver fasting program, DAY START high-protein breakfast products, and Sana-Pro Premium meal replacement soups. Services include BIA body composition analysis, nutritional counseling, and professional training through the Bodymed-Akademie.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Leberfasten nach Dr. Worm: A medically developed liver fasting program for metabolism optimization and fatty liver reduction.
• DAY START
• Bodymed EXPERT

Products and services

• Bodymed-Ernährungsprogramm (Bodymed Nutrition Program) Medically supervised nutrition program for sustainable weight loss featuring a 4-phase approach, 3-meal principle, and expert guidance without calorie counting; delivered to individual consumers through Bodymed Centers and online channels.
• Leberfasten nach Dr. Worm (Liver Fasting Program) 14-day medically designed fasting program to reduce fatty liver disease, improve Type 2 diabetes markers, and optimize metabolism; targeted at patients with metabolic conditions under physician referral.
• DAY START High-Protein Breakfast Proprietary high-protein breakfast product for intermittent fasting and weight maintenance; sold to individual consumers via the Bodymed webshop and recommended within the Bodymed program.
• Sana-Pro Premium Suppen (Premium Soups) High-protein meal replacement soups providing over 28g protein per serving, with added vitamins and minerals; gluten-free and lactose-free; sold to individual consumers via the Bodymed webshop as part of the Bodymed program.
• myBODYMED Digital Platform and App Digital participant platform and mobile app for Bodymed program participants, providing course access, progress tracking, and program management.
• Bodymed EXPERT Online Courses Online subscription-based delivery of the Bodymed nutrition program allowing participants to complete the weight loss program remotely from home with maximum flexibility.
• BIA Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (Body Composition Measurement) In-center diagnostic service using BIA to measure body composition (fat tissue, muscle mass, water balance, basal metabolic rate) to track Bodymed program participants' progress.
• Bodymed-Center Consultation Network Network of more than 1,300 Bodymed Centers operated by doctors, dietitians, and pharmacies delivering in-person nutritional counseling, BIA measurements, and Bodymed program support to individual consumers across the DACH region.
• Med²Contour Treatment Ultrasound-based body contouring treatment including lymphatic activation, offered as an adjunct service within select Bodymed Centers; targeted at individual consumers seeking body shaping in addition to weight management.
• Bodymed-Akademie (Advisor Training) Training program for doctors, dietitians, and pharmacies operating Bodymed Centers, providing basic seminars and advanced courses to qualify advisors on the Bodymed nutrition methodology.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 500,000 satisfied course participants
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Mary's MealsminorOthersBodymed supports the charitable organization Mary's Meals, which provides meals for children in need. This is a corporate social responsibility partnership.
• Participating Health Insurance Companies (AOK, TK, and others)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecial care arrangements (Besondere Versorgung) for weight reduction programs. Health insurance companies reimburse participants for Bodymed programs through these partnerships.
• Prof. Dr. Nicolai WormcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounder of the Leberfasten (liver fasting) concept and Scientific Advisory Board member. Nutrition scientist who developed the LOGI method and Flexi-Carb concept. Key expert partner for product development.
• Prof. Dr. Rudolf PragercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHead of Karl Landsteiner Institute for Metabolic Diseases and Nephrology. Scientific Advisory Board member providing medical expertise and research credibility.
• Kliniken ValensminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRehabilitation clinic operating a Bodymed Center for nutritional counseling services.
• Swiss 1 ChirurgieminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSurgical centers in Switzerland operating Bodymed Centers (Bern, Solothurn, Naters) offering pre/post surgery nutrition support.
• Apotheke zum Andreas HofercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium Bodymed Center operated by Mag.pharm. Jakob Moncher in Innsbruck. Provides Leberfasten coaching and serves as flagship center in Tirol.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Direct peers

• Weight Watchers (WW): Global weight management program combining coaching, community, and digital tools. Directly comparable to Bodymed on subscription coaching model, in-person meeting network, and brand-led consumer acquisition across DACH and beyond.
• Optifast (Nestlé Health Science): Medically supervised, meal-replacement-based weight management program with VLCD products and clinical channels. Closely mirrors Bodymed's medically-supervised positioning, proprietary meal-replacement product line, and physician-led delivery.
• Almased: German meal-replacement brand for weight loss and metabolic health, sold via retail and direct channels. Comparable to Bodymed on proprietary supplement-led weight loss methodology and German consumer brand position.
• Herbalife: Global multi-level marketing nutrition and weight management company selling meal-replacement shakes and supplements through independent distributors. Comparable to Bodymed on supplement-led weight loss and large distributor/partner-driven distribution network.
• myline: German weight loss program operating through partner centers and physicians, focused on metabolism-based slimming. Directly comparable to Bodymed on DACH physician-led center model and metabolism-focused methodology.
• Cambridge Weight Plan: Medically-positioned meal-replacement weight loss program with consultant network across Europe. Closely comparable to Bodymed on consultant-led center model, VLCD/meal-replacement product line, and medically supervised positioning.

Emerging players

• Noom: Digital-first behavior-change weight loss platform with subscription app and coaching. Overlaps with Bodymed on consumer weight loss outcome but competes via mobile-first delivery rather than physical centers; increasingly relevant competitive pressure.
• ZOE: Digital metabolic health platform with personalized nutrition scoring and continuous biomarker testing. Adjacent competitor to Bodymed's Bodymed EXPERT and myBODYMED digital channels as personalized digital nutrition expands in DACH.

Broad incumbents

• Nestlé Health Science: Global nutrition and metabolic-health division owning Optifast, Boost, and related medical nutrition brands. Comparable as parent of Bodymed's nearest direct peer (Optifast) and as the broad incumbent in medically-supervised nutrition.

Regional players

• Slimming World: UK-based group weight management program with consultant-led in-person meetings. Comparable to Bodymed on consultant-led group delivery and subscription weight-loss model, but operates primarily in UK/Ireland rather than DACH.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/MyBodymedChannel
• Facebookfacebook.com/BODYMED
• Instagraminstagram.com/bodymed_official

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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