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Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
The following discussion and analysis summarize the significant factors affecting our operating results, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows of our company as of and for the periods presented below. The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and the related notes thereto included elsewhere in this annual report. The discussion contains forward-looking statements that are based on the beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, our management. Actual results could differ materially from those discussed in or implied by forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those discussed below and elsewhere in this annual report, particularly in the sections titled "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements".
OUR COMPANY
Overview
Our company operates in the nutraceutical supplement industry. We are a manufacturer and distributor of supplements in categories such as pain, energy, prenatal, general health, bone and joint, gastro, immunity, cardiac, detox, mental clarity & focus, sleep, prenatal and urinary. Our end markets focus on end-consumers through different channels that include pharmacies, US wholesalers, international distributors and direct-to-consumers sales. Our products are sold over the counter, and consumers do not need a prescription to purchase our products. Our products are not approved by the FDA. Our principal business is the production, marketing, sales, and distribution of nutraceutical products through our Kirkman division. We ship our Kirkman products to throughout the United States and to 35 countries. Previously we sold hemp derived products under the Hemptown brand in certain states within the United States that permitted such sales, however, we have discontinued that product line.
Functional Brands Inc. was organized under the General Corporation Law in the State of Delaware on November 19, 2020, under the name HT Naturals Inc. HT Naturals Inc. changed its name to Functional Brands Inc. on March 23, 2023.
On July 3, 2019, HTO Holdings Inc. ("HTO Holdings") a wholly owned subsidiary of HOC and the owner of all issued and outstanding stock of HTO Nevada, entered into an asset purchase agreement for assets of Kirkman Group Inc. a Nevada corporation, Kirkman Laboratories Inc., an Oregon corporation and Kirkman Group International, Inc. a Nevada corporation (collectively "Kirkman") for a consideration equal to $5 million with payout in a business combination of cash and deferred consideration. The terms of the purchase agreement, as amended, were fully satisfied in November, 2025, and no further obligations to Kirkman remain.
As part of our restructuring initiatives, HTO Nevada, which was previously owned by HTO Holdings, was acquired by Functional Brands on May 19, 2023. This acquisition took place through a share exchange agreement involving HOC, HTO Holdings, and Functional Brands. This exchange resulted in HTO Nevada becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Functional Brands.
On July 22, 2025 we entered into Securities Purchase Agreements ( each as amended, the "Securities Purchase Agreement"), and on November 5, 2025 we completed the sale in the aggregate 100,000 shares of our Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Series A Preferred"), with a stated value of $10,000,000, for aggregate gross proceeds of $8,000,000, before deducting placement agent fees and other offering related expenses (the "Private Placement"), together with, as a bonus, 80,000 shares of the Company's Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Series B Preferred'), with a stated value of $8,000,000.
On November 5, 2025, the Company completed the direct listing of shares of its common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under the symbol "MEHA".
Subsequent to December 31, 2025 the Company determined it to be in the best interest of the Company and its stockholders that we discontinue all lines of business related to hemp or that contain CBD products or its derivatives.
In February 2026, we launched Tru2u.health, a new digitally native health platform that expands the Company's strategic footprint from traditional dietary supplement manufacturing into integrated supported wellness services. The platform represents an extension of the Company's operations, designed to support sustainable, recurring revenue models and broaden consumer engagement in the fast-growing digital health market.
Macroeconomic Conditions
Our business and financial performance are affected by broader macroeconomic conditions. Global macroeconomic challenges, including geopolitical conflicts such as the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East, supply chain disruptions, tariffs and trade disputes, inflationary pressures, fluctuations in interest rates, and volatility in foreign exchange markets, may create uncertainty in the global economic environment and adversely impact our operations and financial results.
Adverse economic conditions, including recessionary pressures or reduced consumer spending, may decrease consumer demand for nutritional supplements and related products. In periods of economic uncertainty, consumers may reduce discretionary spending, which could negatively affect demand for our products.
In addition, unfavorable macroeconomic conditions may increase the cost of raw materials, manufacturing, labor, transportation, and other inputs used in the production and distribution of our products. Disruptions to global supply chains or financial markets could also affect our ability to obtain materials, manage costs, or access capital on favorable terms, which could adversely affect our liquidity, operating results, and overall financial condition.
Key Components of Our Results of Operations
Revenue
We derive substantially all of our revenue from the sale of nutraceutical dietary supplements, including products sold under our Kirkman brand and other related brands. Our products are sold through multiple channels, including domestic and international distributors, professional healthcare practitioners, wholesalers, e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, and direct-to-consumer sales through our websites.
Revenue may fluctuate based on changes in consumer demand, distributor purchasing patterns, product launches, marketing initiatives, and the expansion of our direct-to-consumer and digital health channels.
Cost of Goods Sold
Cost of goods sold consists primarily of costs associated with the manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution of our nutraceutical products. These costs include raw materials and ingredients, packaging materials, third-party laboratory testing, manufacturing labor, facility costs, freight and shipping, and other production-related expenses.
Cost of goods sold also include inventory write-downs, freight surcharges, and other supply chain costs associated with the procurement and delivery of finished products.
Operating Expenses
Sales and Marketing Expenses
Sales and marketing expenses consist primarily of salaries, commissions, benefits, and other related costs for personnel engaged in sales, marketing, and business development activities. These expenses also include digital advertising, trade show participation, promotional activities, influencer marketing, marketing agency costs, and other brand-building initiatives.
We expect sales and marketing expenses to increase in the foreseeable future as we expand our marketing programs, increase brand awareness, grow our direct-to-consumer and e-commerce channels, and support the continued rollout and promotion of new products and platforms, including Tru2u.health.
General and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses consist primarily of salaries, benefits, and other related costs for personnel in executive, finance, operations, and human resources functions. These expenses also include professional fees for legal, accounting, consulting, tax, and audit services, insurance costs, facility-related expenses, information technology costs, and other corporate overhead.
We expect general and administrative expenses to increase as we continue to expand our operations and support our obligations as a publicly traded company. These increases may include additional personnel, enhanced internal controls and compliance infrastructure, regulatory and reporting costs associated with Nasdaq and SEC requirements, director and officer insurance premiums, and investor relations activities.
From time to time, we may record changes in the fair value of derivative instruments or other financial instruments associated with certain financing arrangements. These instruments are recorded at fair value and remeasured at each reporting date, with changes in fair value recognized in our consolidated statements of operations.
Interest Expense
Interest expense consists primarily of interest incurred on outstanding debt obligations, including loans and lease.
Other Income
Other income for the year ended December 31, 2025 consists of debt forgiveness from the ERTC loan, change in fair value derivative liabilities, and loss on issuance of preferred stock.
Results of Operations
For the Year Ended December 31, 2025, compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2024
| Year Ended December 31, | Change | |||||||||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | Amount | Percentage | |||||||||||||
| Statements of Operations | ||||||||||||||||
| Net revenue | $ | 6,611,484 | $ | 6,566,455 | $ | 45,029 | 1 | % | ||||||||
| Cost of goods sold | 3,127,518 | 2,959,609 | 167,909 | 6 | % | |||||||||||
| Gross profit | 3,483,966 | 3,606,846 | (122,880 | ) | (3 | )% | ||||||||||
| Sales and marketing | 632,414 | 576,315 | 56,099 | 10 | % | |||||||||||
| General and administrative | 4,250,124 | 3,259,623 | 990,501 | 30 | % | |||||||||||
| Operating loss | (1,398,572 | ) | (229,092 | ) | (1,169,480 | ) | 510 | % | ||||||||
| Interest expense | (402,398 | ) | (331,836 | ) | (70,562 | ) | 21 | % | ||||||||
| Other income | 2,559,448 | 1,572 | 2,557,876 | 162715 | % | |||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 758,478 | $ | (559,356 | ) | $ | 1,317,834 | (236 | )% | |||||||
Net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $6,611,484 compared to $6,566,455 for the year ended December 31, 2024 representing an increase of approximately 1%. This increase of $45,029 in net revenue was primarily due to the increase in the demand from our direct-to-consumer sales channel.
Cost of goods sold
Cost of goods sold for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $3,127,518 compared to $2,959,609 for the year ended December 31, 2024 representing an increase of approximately 6%. This increase of $167,909 in net revenue was primarily due to the write off inventory as we transition out of the Hemp business.
Gross profit
Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $3,483,966 compared to 3,606,846 representing a decrease of 3%. The decrease of $122,880 was primarily due to the write off of inventory as stated above in cost of goods sold.
Sales and marketing expenses
Sales and marketing expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $632,414 compared to $576,315 for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately 10%. This increase of $56,099 was primarily due to the increase in advertising and promotional items for going to market with Tru2U and Amazon managing services.
General and administrative expenses
General and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $4,250,124, compared to $3,259,623 for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately 30%. This increase of $990,501 was primarily attributable to an increase in stock-based compensation of $128,168, professional services of $685,466, a bonus accrual of $293,333, and offset by decreases in licenses of approximately $89,685, $24,341 in shipping services and maintenance expenses of $3,364.
Interest expense
Interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $402,398, compared to $331,836 for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately 21%. This increase of $70,562 in interest expense was primarily the result of increased loans.
Other income
Other income for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, was $2,559,418 and $1,572 representing an increase of approximately 162715%. This increase of $2,557,876, in other income was primarily the result of an Employee Retention Tax Credit ("ERTC") reimbursement of $419,947, interest income received on the ERTC of $71,854, and change in fair value of derivative liabilities of 7,358,935 offset by a loss on issuance of preferred stock derivative liability of $5,294,242.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Sources and Uses of Cash for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
The table below, for the periods indicated, provides selected cash flow information:
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Year Ended, 2025 |
Year Ended 2024 |
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| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ | (1,271,544 | ) | $ | 1,990 | |||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (8,513 | ) | (1,881 | ) | ||||
| Net cash used in financing activities | 3,795,111 | (162,902 | ) | |||||
| Net increase (decrease) in cash | $ | 2,515,054 | $ | (162,793 | ) | |||
Use of cash
The change in net cash used in financing activities was primarily the result of the payment for payable acquisition as well as line of credit repayment.
Source of cash
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we used $1,271,544 in operating activities as a result of our net income of $758,478, offset primarily by stock-based compensation of 543,068, amortization of right-of-use assets of $332,399, loss on issuance of preferred stock derivative liability of $5,294,242 offset by change in fair value of derivative liabilities of $7,358,935, and net changes in operating assets and liabilities of $(1,256,556).
During the year ended December 31, 2024, our operating activities provided $1,990 of cash as a result of our net loss of $559,356, offset primarily by stock-based compensation of $414,900, amortization of right-of-use assets of $306,935, and net changes in operating assets and liabilities of $(208,293).
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we used $8,513 in investing activities related to the purchase of property and equipment.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, we used $1,881 in investing activities related to the purchase of property and equipment.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
During the year ended December 31, 2025, our financing activities provided $3,795,111 of cash in proceeds resulting primarily from issuances of preferred stock $8,000,000, offset by payments of payable for the acquisition of $2,342,366 and deferred offering costs of 1,721,228.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, we used $162,902 in financing activities primarily as a result of repayment of lines of credit of $216,742, payments of payable for acquisition of Kirkman of $255,002, offset by proceeds from loans of $301,500 and proceeds from debt facilities of $180,662.
Sources of cash
On November 5, 2025 the company entered into a loan agreement with a third party whereby the company received approximately $169,048. The terms of the loan are for 10 months, with a 7.0% interest rate over the term of the loan.
On November 4, 2025, Functional Brands Inc. completed a private placement to six institutional investors for gross proceeds of $8,000,000, and net of commissions the Company received proceeds of approximately $7,360,000. In exchange the investors were issued a total of 100,000 Series A preferred shares and 80,000 Series B preferred shares
On August 29, 2025 the Company entered into a loan agreement with a third party whereby the Company received approximately $95,277. The terms of the loan were for 10 months, with a 7.5% interest rate over the term of the loan.
On August 21, 2025, the Company entered into two lines of credit agreements with a third-party whereby the Company received a total of $26,354. The term of the loans were for six months, with a 9% contract interest rate. The loans are to be repaid in Feb 2026.
On April 29, 2025, the Company entered into a loan agreement with a third-party whereby the Company received $100,000. The term of the loan is for 1 year with a 22.95% finance charge.
On March 10, 2025, the Company executed a loan agreement with a related party in the amount of $225,000, with an annual interest rate of 18% and a due date of March 7, 2029.
During the year ended December 31, 2024 the Company entered into multiple lines of credit agreements with third parties to finance invoices to satisfy multiple vendors of which were repaid during the year ended December 31, 2025.
On June 18, 2024, the Company executed a loan agreement with a lender in the amount of $150,000. The payment terms are 12.5% OID, initial principal amount consisting of a $150,000 loan plus $21,500 OID totaling $171,500. In addition, the loan required the Company to issue 37,500 warrants with anti-dilution protection as well as an equity interest in the amount of 2,045 shares of the Company's stock with reverse split protection through the Senior Exchange Listing. Loan is to mature the earlier of six months from execution, completion of a senior exchange listing of the Company or as mutually agreed, with an interest rate of the higher of 12% or WSJ Prime plus 4% guaranteed.
On March 11, 2024, the Company executed a loan agreement with a related party in the amount of $130,000, with an annual interest rate of 20% and a due date of March 11, 2031.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Our management's discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of our operations is based on our audited consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. Certain amounts included in or affecting the audited consolidated financial statements presented in this Form 10-K and related disclosure must be estimated, requiring management to make assumptions with respect to values or conditions which cannot be known with certainty at the time the audited consolidated financial statements are prepared. Management believes that the accounting policies set forth below comprise the most important "critical accounting policies" for the Company. A "critical accounting policy" is one which is both important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and that involves difficult, subjective, or complex judgments, often as a result of the need to make estimates about the effect of matters that are inherently uncertain. Management evaluates such policies on an ongoing basis, based upon historical results and experience, consultation with experts and other methods that management considers reasonable in the particular circumstances under which the judgments and estimates are made, as well as management's forecasts as to the manner in which such circumstances may change in the future.
The judgements made in applying accounting policies that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the consolidated financial statements include:
| ● | Obsolescence of inventories; |
| ● | Recoverability of the carrying value of long-lived assets including property and equipment, and intangible assets; |
| ● | Recoverability of carrying value of goodwill; |
| ● | Discount rate used to calculate present value of future minimum lease payments for right-of-use asset and liabilities; |
| ● | Recognition and measurement of provisions and contingencies; and |
| ● | Valuation of deferred income tax assets. |
Inventories, net
The Company periodically reviews the value of items in inventory and provides write-downs or write-offs of inventory based on its assessment of market conditions, including forecasted demand compared to quantities on hand, as well as other factors such as potential excess or aged inventories based on product shelf life, and other factors that affect inventory obsolescence. As of December 31, 2025, the allowance for inventory obsolescence decreased by $53,855 resulting in a reserve of $10,972. As of December 31, 2024 the inventory reserve was $64,827.
Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets consist primarily of property and equipment. Long-lived assets are tested for impairment when events and circumstances indicate the assets might be impaired by first comparing the estimated future undiscounted cash flows of the asset or asset group to the carrying value. If the carrying value exceeds the estimated future undiscounted cash flows, an impairment loss is recognized based on the amount that the carrying value exceeds the fair value of the asset or asset group. The Company did not recognize impairment losses during the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024.
Fair value of financial instruments
The Company determines the fair value of financial assets and liabilities using the fair value hierarchy established in Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement ("ASC 820"). ASC 820 identifies fair value as the exchange price, or exit price, representing the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. The hierarchy describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value, as follows:
| ● | Level 1 - Observable inputs, such as quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities. |
| ● | Level 2 - Observable inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in markets that are not active, or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. |
| ● | Level 3 - Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. |
A financial instrument's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Application within the Company's Financial Statements
The Company's financial instruments consist primarily of cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued liabilities, related-party loans, line of credit, government loans, loans payable, convertible debentures (prior to conversion), and warrants issued in connection with financing arrangements. Management believes that, unless otherwise noted, the carrying amounts of these instruments approximate their fair values due to their short-term nature or because they bear interest at market rates.
The following items required fair value measurement or valuation analysis during the periods presented:
| ● | Convertible Debenture |
| ● | Warrants Issued in Financing Transactions |
| ● | Equity Instruments Issued for Services and Financing |
| ● | Business Combination and Intangible Assets (Historical) |
| ● | Financial Instruments Carried at Amortized Cost |
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company primarily applied fair value measurement to equity-linked financing instruments (warrants and stock issued for services), and historically, to convertible debt and business combination accounting. The majority of the Company's remaining financial instruments are short-term or bear market-rate interest and therefore approximate fair value.
Derivative liabilities
Accounting for Convertible Preferred Stock and Embedded Derivative Liabilities
The Company issued Series A and Series B convertible preferred stock that contain complex conversion features. The accounting for these instruments requires significant judgment in the application of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 480 - Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity, ASC 815 - Derivatives and Hedging, and ASC 820 - Fair Value Measurement. Management evaluates the contractual terms of these instruments to determine the appropriate classification and measurement of the preferred stock and any embedded features.
Classification of Preferred Stock
Management evaluates whether preferred stock instruments should be classified as liabilities or equity under ASC 480. Instruments are classified as liabilities if they are mandatorily redeemable, require the issuer to repurchase shares by transferring assets, or obligate the issuer to issue a variable number of shares with a fixed or predominantly fixed monetary value.
The Company's Series A and Series B preferred stock do not contain mandatory redemption provisions, holder put rights, or other obligations requiring the Company to transfer cash or other assets to the holders. Accordingly, management concluded that the preferred stock represents equity instruments and the host contracts are classified within stockholders' equity.
Embedded Conversion Features
The preferred stock includes conversion features that allow holders to convert the preferred shares into common stock at variable conversion prices that are subject to market-based adjustments, reset provisions, and anti-dilution protections.
Management evaluates these features under ASC 815 to determine whether they must be separated from the host instrument and accounted for as derivatives. This assessment requires judgment regarding whether the features:
| ● | Meet the definition of a derivative under ASC 815 |
| ● | Are clearly and closely related to the host contract |
| ● | Qualify for equity classification under ASC 815-40 |
The Company concluded that the embedded conversion features meet the definition of derivatives because they are based on the Company's stock price, involve a notional amount representing the shares issuable upon conversion, require minimal initial investment, and permit net settlement through the issuance of publicly traded shares.
Management further concluded that the conversion features are not clearly and closely related to the equity host instrument and do not qualify for equity classification because the variable conversion pricing and reset mechanisms cause the features to fail the "indexed to the Company's own stock" requirement under ASC 815-40. Accordingly, the embedded conversion features are bifurcated and recorded separately as derivative liabilities.
Initial Measurement and Allocation of Proceeds
At issuance, the derivative liabilities are measured at fair value. The Company determined the fair value of the embedded conversion features using a Monte Carlo simulation model, which incorporates assumptions regarding expected stock price volatility, expected term, risk-free interest rates, and the impact of contractual reset and floor provisions.
The proceeds received from the issuance of the preferred stock are allocated between the derivative liability and the preferred stock host instrument using the residual method. Under this method, the derivative liability is recorded at fair value and the remaining amount of the proceeds is allocated to the preferred stock. Because the stated value of the preferred shares exceeds the amount allocated to the host instrument, the Company records the difference as a contra-equity discount within stockholders' equity.
Subsequent Measurement
After initial recognition, the derivative liabilities are remeasured at fair value at each reporting date, with changes in fair value recognized in the consolidated statements of operations. The preferred stock host instrument remains classified within equity and is not subsequently remeasured.
Upon conversion of preferred shares into common stock, the Company derecognizes the associated portion of the derivative liability and adjusts the related equity discount accordingly.
Fair Value Measurements and Significant Estimates
The valuation of the derivative liabilities involves the use of significant unobservable inputs and requires substantial management judgment. Key assumptions used in the valuation model include:
| ● | Expected volatility of the Company's common stock |
| ● | Expected term of the instruments |
| ● | Risk-free interest rates |
| ● | Expected conversion behavior and the impact of contractual reset provisions |
Because these assumptions are not directly observable in the market, the derivative liabilities are classified as Level 3 measurements within the fair value hierarchy under ASC 820.
Changes in these assumptions or market conditions could materially affect the estimated fair value of the derivative liabilities and result in significant non-cash gains or losses in future reporting periods.
Segment Reporting
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures, which requires entities to report incremental information about significant segment expenses included in a segment's profit or loss measure as well as the title and position of the chief operating decision maker ("CODM"). The new standard also requires interim disclosures related to reportable segment profit or loss and assets that had previously only been disclosed annually. The Company adopted ASU 2023-07 effective December 31, 2024 on a retrospective basis.
Income taxes
The Company must exercise judgment in determining the provision for income taxes. There are many transactions and calculations undertaken during the ordinary course of business for which the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company recognizes liabilities and contingencies for expected tax audit issues based on the Company's current understanding of the tax law. For matters where it is probable that an adjustment will be made, the Company records its best estimate of the tax liability including the related interest and penalties in the current tax provision.
In addition, the Company recognizes deferred tax assets relating to tax losses carried forward to the extent there are sufficient taxable temporary differences (deferred tax liabilities) relating to the same taxation authority and the same taxable entity against which the unused tax losses can be utilized. However, utilization of the tax losses also depends on the ability of the taxable entity to satisfy certain tests at the time the losses are recouped.
Emerging Growth Company and Smaller Reporting Company Status
We are an "emerging growth company," as defined in the Jump Start Our Business Startups Act of 2012 ("JOBS Act"). As an emerging growth company, we are eligible to take advantage of certain exemptions from various reporting and disclosure requirements that are applicable to public companies that are not emerging growth companies, and we have elected to take advantage of those exemptions. For so long as we remain an emerging growth company, we will not be required to:
| ● | have an auditor attestation report on our internal control over financial reporting pursuant to Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (the "Sarbanes-Oxley Act"); | |
| ● | submit certain executive compensation matters to Member advisory votes pursuant to the "say on frequency" and "say on pay" provisions (requiring a non-binding Member vote to approve compensation of certain executive officers) and the "say on golden parachute" provisions (requiring a non-binding Member vote to approve golden parachute arrangements for certain executive officers in connection with mergers and certain other business combinations) of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010; or | |
| ● | disclose certain executive compensation related items, such as the correlation between executive compensation and performance and comparisons of the chief executive officer's compensation to median employee compensation. |
In addition, the JOBS Act provides that an emerging growth company may take advantage of an extended transition period for complying with new or revised accounting standards that have different effective dates for public and private companies. This means that an emerging growth company can delay adopting certain accounting standards until such standards are otherwise applicable to private companies. We have elected to take advantage of the extended transition period. Since we will not be required to comply with new or revised accounting standards on the relevant dates on which adoption of such standards is required for other public companies, our financial statements may not be comparable to the financial statements of companies that comply with public company effective dates. If we were to subsequently elect to comply with these public company effective dates, such election would be irrevocable pursuant to Section 107 of the JOBS Act.
We will remain an emerging growth company for up to the last day of the fiscal year following the fifth anniversary of our Direct Listing, or until the earliest of: (i) the last date of the fiscal year during which we had total annual gross revenues of $1.235 billion or more; (ii) the date on which we have, during the previous three-year period, issued more than $1.0 billion in non-convertible debt; or (iii) the date on which we are deemed to be a "large accelerated filer" as defined under Rule 12b-2 under the Exchange Act.
We do not believe that being an emerging growth company will have a significant impact on our business. Also, even once we are no longer an emerging growth company, we still may not be subject to auditor attestation requirements of Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act unless we meet the definition of a large accelerated filer or an accelerated filer under Section 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
We are also a "smaller reporting company," meaning that the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates plus the proposed aggregate amount of gross proceeds to us as a result of this offering is less than $700 million and our annual revenue was less our annual revenue is less than $100 million during the most recently completed fiscal year. We may continue to be a smaller reporting company after this offering if either (i) the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates is less than $250 million or (ii) our annual revenue is less than $100 million during the most recently completed fiscal year and the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates is less than $700 million.
If we are a smaller reporting company at the time we cease to be an EGC, we may continue to rely on exemptions from certain disclosure requirements that are available to smaller reporting companies. Specifically, as a smaller reporting company we may choose to present only the two most recent fiscal years of audited financial statements in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and, similar to EGCs, smaller reporting companies have reduced disclosure obligations regarding executive compensation.
| (b) | Not applicable. |
| (c) | Issuer purchases of equity securities: None. |
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
From time to time, new accounting pronouncements are issued by FASB that are adopted by us as of the specified effective date. If not discussed, management believes that the impact of recently issued standards, which are not yet effective, will not have a material impact on our financial statements upon adoption.
Our Products
Kirkman Brand
Our "Kirkman" brand products are manufactured in our FDA registered, cGMP certified facility in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Established in 1949, Kirkman specializes in manufacturing nutritional supplements and is one of the oldest companies dedicated to serving the special needs community.
Our Kirkman brand offers more than 150 products, including probiotics, enzymes, vitamins, multivitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, immune support, essential fatty acids, preconception, prenatal supplements, personal care products and other specialty products. Kirkman treats patients with autism spectrum disorders and special dietary needs through an established network of over 2,000 doctors in over 40 countries. Our Kirkman brand operates in 95% of the major subsegments in the supplement industry. Kirkman has a long-standing loyal customer and consumer base due to the rigorous testing of products in compliance with FDA requirements.
Our products under the Kirkman brand include, but are not limited to, the following:
| ● | Supplements for Autism; | ● | Essential Fatty Acids; | ||
| ● | Oxytocin; | ● | Vitamin B12; | ||
| ● | Vitamin B6 and Magnesium; | ● | Glutathione; | ||
| ● | Melatonin; | ● | Amino Acids; | ||
| ● | Probiotics; | ● | Multivitamins and Minerals; and | ||
| ● | Digestive Enzymes; | ● | Antioxidants. |
Our products under the Kirkman brand are focused on:
Digestive enzymes: Over the counter oral digestive enzyme supplements are a combination of proteases, which aid protein digestion; lipases, which aid in fat digestion; and amylases, which aid in carbohydrate digestion. These may be prescribed by a doctor in some cases, when the pancreas does not make enough digestive enzymes on its own. People are increasingly taking over the counter ("OTC") digestive enzymes in lower doses to support general gut health.
Essential fatty acids: Also called omega-3 fatty acids, essential fatty acids are important digestive chemicals that the body cannot make on its own.
P2i (prenatal) Brand
We launched a certified prenatal vitamin in April 2024 for expectant mothers under the 'P2i by Kirkman' brand. These vitamins have been specially formulated by our company to provide essential nutrients for both the mother and the developing fetus. The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics ("FIGO") published a position statement about toxic chemicals and environmental contaminants in prenatal vitamins. FIGO's recommendation from the October 2023 position statement highlights that patients should only consume, and clinicians should only prescribe, vitamins and supplements that have been independently assessed to make certain they do not contain contaminants. Manufacturers should be held to a standard of production that assures safety and minimizes contaminants and certification of all prenatal vitamins becomes the standard of care. The FIGO Committee report on Climate Change and Toxic Environmental Exposures brought together global scientists to review reputable reference sources for chemicals that have the potential to impact maternal and newborn health, including the USA Environmental Protection Agency, the European Union, and the California EPA. The group of experts recommended several approaches, including:
| ● | Establishing a list of toxic chemicals and contaminants that should be screened for in prenatal vitamins and reduced to de minimis levels; and | |
| ● | Conducting assays of existing vitamins to assess ongoing risk to maternal and newborn health. This work can extend to personal exposure risk by offering women testing for the presence of potentially toxic environmental chemicals. Mass spectrometry currently offers the most comprehensive measurement. |
This first publication of a list of toxic chemicals and contaminants represents the most comprehensive testing available at present but does not purport to identify or eliminate all potential sources of toxicity.
We are currently the only certified prenatal vitamin in the market that aligns to the FIGO position statement. We have formulated and produced a prenatal vitamin called P2i by Kirkman. There are approximately 3.6 million pregnancies alone in the United States (https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/births.htm) and the initial market focus for this product will be the United States with the expectation to expand globally since FIGO's position statement reaches all countries.
The P2i by Kirkman prenatal vitamin has been certified by The FORUM, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting low-toxicity standards for prenatal healthy products. The FORUM operates under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FIGO, a globally recognized organization of obstetricians and gynecologists. This MOU establishes a shared objective to reduce environmental toxicity in prenatal products.
The certification process involves rigorous testing and evaluation to ensure compliance with The FORUM's low-toxicity standards, which align with FIGO's objectives for maternal and fetal health. These standards include:
| ● | Analysis of 24 heavy metals, ensuring levels are below stringent safety thresholds; | |
| ● | Testing for the presence of 120 toxic chemicals, such as pesticides and endocrine disruptors, with strict limits to prevent potential harm; and | |
| ● | Utilization of ISO 17025-accredited laboratories for all testing to ensure reliability and reproducibility of results. |
Purity Labs, an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory, as directed by The FORUM, conducted testing, which confirmed the product's compliance with The FORUM's criteria. Based on this testing, The FORUM issued its certification, indicating that Kirkman's prenatal vitamin meets its standards for low toxicity and safety.
Tru2u.Health
The Company has launched a health & wellness platform that includes the marketing of supplements and an outsourced partnership with CareValidate. There are currently 10 supplements utilizing existing formulations that will be sold under the Tru2u brand. The supplements are the following:
| ● | Multi Vitamin | ● | Biotin | ||
| ● | B Complex | ● | Magnesium / Melatonin | ||
| ● | Vitamin D | ● | Co10 | ||
| ● | L-Theanine | ● | Phosphatidylserine | ||
| ● | Bone Support | ● |
Vitamin C |
www.Tru2u.health is a consumer-facing telehealth and wellness platform that combines board-certified clinical support with personalized treatment plans, medication-based therapies, and the Company's existing portfolio of science-backed nutraceutical products. The platform is structured to onboard patients nationwide in compliance with applicable state telehealth and prescribing regulation.
The platform's core service components include:
| ● | Board-Certified Telehealth Support: Virtual clinical consultations and ongoing medical oversight provided by licensed physicians experienced in weight-management and metabolic health. |
| ● | Medication-Based Wellness Protocols: Clinically guided GLP-1 weight management programs and other peptide-based treatment protocols offered under physician supervision where appropriate. | |
| ● | Clean Supplement Integration: Access to the Company's premium, science-based nutritional supplement products as part of comprehensive treatment and wellness plans. |
Tru2u.health will provide personalized plans based on the consumer needs, with an emphasis on convenience, regulatory compliance, and transparency. The platform's go-to-market strategy includes digital acquisition and awareness initiatives supported by external influencers with substantial combined audience reach to drive national awareness and consumer engagement.
The launch of www.Tru2u.health aligns with broader consumer trends toward integrated, digitally delivered health solutions that combine clinical oversight with convenient access to therapeutic and supplemental products. The platform is intended to augment the Company's existing direct-to-consumer channels, strengthen its recurring revenue streams, and extend its competitive positioning within the evolving health and wellness ecosystem.
To facilitate the telehealth and wellness protocols within the wellness platform, we have entered into a commercial services agreement with CareValidate. CareValidate delivers HIPAA-compliant digital workflows and automated care coordination that support the entire patient journey - from eligibility and intake through scheduling, medication routing, lab orders, and follow-up communications - helping reduce administrative burden, improve accuracy, and enhance the patient experience. CareValidate's solutions are built to support regulated healthcare use cases while delivering a consistent, secure, and compliant digital experience for both providers and patients
Competitive Strengths
The Kirkman brand has been in business for over 70+ years with a loyal and repeat consumer base. We believe that this loyalty is a direct response to our high purity and quality standards that we maintain. As a result:
| ● | We source all materials from high quality suppliers. |
| ● | We test finished goods in certified laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment and manufacture our supplements in US-based cGMP certified and FDA Selling facility located in Lake Oswego, Oregon. |
| ● | The FDA requires that we conduct at least one appropriate test or examination to verify and identify any component that is a dietary ingredient. |
| ● | We conduct ingredient testing by verifying the identity through ISO certified 3rd party laboratories. |
| ● | We test for the presence of residual solvents and pesticides (where applicable) of up to 24 heavy metals and microbial contamination that could lead to illness or death. Microbial tests can include, but are not limited to, aerobic plate count, yeast & mold, coliforms, E. coli, pseudomonas, staphylococcus aureus, bile tolerant gram negative, salmonella, aflatoxins and listeria. |
| ● | Heavy metals testing includes beryllium, aluminum, vanadium, chromium, manganese, cobalt, nickel, copper, zinc, arsenic, selenium, molybdenum, palladium, silver, cadmium, tin, antimony, barium, tungsten, platinum, thallium, lead, uranium and mercury. |
| ● | For incoming raw ingredients, we ID using a variety of methods. The FDA requires that a finished batch of the dietary supplement meets product specifications for identity, purity, strength, composition, and for limits on those types of contamination that may adulterate or that may lead to adulteration of the finished batch of the dietary supplement. This can be conducted for a subset of finished dietary supplement batches through a sound statistical sampling plan (or for every finished batch). For our business, we test every batch of products to ensure heavy metals are below California's Pop 65 limits. In addition, every batch is tested for microbial contamination. |
The Kirkman brand's 70+ year history in the industry, along with our rigorous material testing, allows Kirkman to use statistical sampling to ensure the identity, purity and strength of each product is met. Our formulations use proprietary blends. The FDA does not require any testing on dietary supplements whereas we test for approximately 90 metals and toxins in our raw materials.