Nutrition and wellness bring together a wide range of ideas—from better food choices and dietary support to fitness services and technology-assisted care. As this field evolves, recognising meaningful contributions can help draw attention to the people and organisations working to improve everyday well-being.
The third edition of the ETHealthworld Nutrition & Wellness Awards aims to celebrate these contributions across India’s nutrition and wellness landscape. Scheduled for 27 November 2026 at The Leela Ambience, Gurugram, the awards will recognise individuals, businesses, products and initiatives demonstrating innovation, quality and impact.
Recognising More Than a Good Idea
A promising wellness product or service needs more than an appealing concept. Its value also depends on how effectively it is delivered, whom it reaches and what difference it makes.
The awards’ stated focus reflects this broader perspective. Alongside new nutrition products and evidence-based wellness solutions, the programme highlights leadership and initiatives that improve accessibility and contribute to healthier communities.
For participants, this creates an opportunity to present not just what they have developed, but why their work matters.
Who Can Participate?
The awards invite participation from professionals and organisations across several areas of nutrition and wellness. The listed groups include:
- Nutritionists and dieticians
- Functional food and plant-based nutrition brands
- Dietary supplement and nutraceutical companies
- Sports nutrition businesses and fitness centres
- Health and wellness centres
- Wellness technology and health start-ups
- Ayurvedic, herbal and homeopathic product providers
- Natural beauty and personal care brands
This breadth brings different approaches to well-being into one recognition programme. Entrants should review the official award categories and guidelines to identify where their work fits.
How Entries Are Evaluated
According to the organisers, entries undergo an eligibility check followed by a two-stage judging process. The top five entries in each category move to the final round, where a grand jury selects the winners.
The evaluation considers execution, impact and innovation. The organisers also outline conflict-of-interest safeguards and a code of conduct intended to support impartial assessment.
Submitted material is kept confidential to the judges, with exceptions for the credits and case-study information used in shortlist or winner announcements. Participants should review these disclosure terms before submitting sensitive information.
Why Consider Entering?
Participation offers a platform to put professional achievements before an industry audience. A nomination or award may strengthen visibility and credibility, although commercial benefits are not guaranteed.
Preparing an entry can also encourage teams to examine their work more closely: What problem did they address? What makes their approach distinctive? What evidence supports their results?
A clear submission should explain the initiative, its implementation and its outcomes. Relevant supporting information is more useful than broad claims about being innovative or transformative.
Important Dates
- Regular entry deadline: 30 October 2026
- Awards ceremony: 27 November 2026
- Venue: The Leela Ambience, Gurugram
The organisers list two complimentary ceremony tickets per shortlisted company. Applicants should confirm current deadlines, eligibility and participation terms on the official website.
Looking Ahead
The ETHealthworld Nutrition & Wellness Awards 2026 offers a platform to recognise work across a diverse and changing sector. Its significance lies in highlighting contributions that combine fresh thinking with effective execution and meaningful impact.
For professionals and organisations with a strong story to tell, the upcoming edition is an opportunity to bring that work into the spotlight.
