Throne Raises $10M, Nike Reinvents Recovery, FDA Backs Peptides

July 28, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Throne raises $10M Series A to expand its AI-powered toilet sensor beyond gut health, betting the bathroom is the next frontier for passive diagnostics Nike and Hyperice unveil the Air Zoom Hyperslide, a recovery sandal with built-in heat and vibration therapy, embedding recovery into everyday footwear FDA advisory committee votes to recommend compounding six peptides including BPC-157 and MOTS-c, potentially creating a legal pathway out of the gray market Today's episode is brought to you by AIIR — a modern communications and experiential agency for health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. From earned media to events and creator-led campaigns, AIIR helps companies sharpen their story, earn attention, and build trust that compounds. Visit https://aiir.agency to learn more. More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co