Holland & Barrett joins ILSI Europe ​in ​advancing collaborative science​     ​  

Holland & Barrett,​​ the UK’s leading health and wellness retailer, has partnered with the International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI) Europe, ​​who both ​​​​​have science at the heart of their missions. H&B ​​Science​​​​ will be part of ILSI’s Healthy Aging Task Force, to help advance evidence-based strategies that support health across the lifespan with the potential to elevate health span.  

As a long-standing leader in health and wellness, Holland & Barrett is committed to ​​adding quality years to life ​​​​     ​​ through science-informed wellness solutions, personalised advice, and insights. By collaborating with ILSI and its network of globally recognised experts, the company will help shape the future of preventive health and nutrition science. 

Through this partnership, Holland & Barrett will: 

• Stay at the forefront of research by accessing the latest scientific insights and trends, helping to inform its product innovation and science strategy. 
• Collaborate with leading academics and institutions via ILSI’s events, workshops, and publications, opening opportunities to co-create research and thought leadership initiatives, driving forward progress and innovation  
• Engage in high-profile scientific forums by contributing to ILSI’s well-regarded conferences and symposia, reinforcing Holland & Barrett’s position as more than just a traditional health and wellness retailer, but as a science-backed wellness partner. 

Dr Abbie Cawood, Science Director at Holland & Barrett, said: 
“Joining ILSI strengthens our commitment to evidence-based wellness, giving us access to the latest thinking on nutrition, health and wellness from some of the world’s leading experts. These insights will help us drive innovation across our products and services, shaping science‑led solutions that empower our customers to make lasting changes and add quality years to their lives.” 

The partnership reflects Holland & Barrett’s transformation from a multi-channel retailer to a trusted, science-led wellness partner. By working alongside ILSI, the company will continue to champion an evidence-based approach to health that benefits both customers and public health. 

Sébastien Alexandre, ILSI Europe Membership Manager:  

“We are delighted to welcome Holland & Barrett to the ILSI Europe community. Their strong commitment to health and wellness brings valuable expertise to our growing Healthy Ageing Task Force, which now includes 10 member companies working together on pre-competitive research to advance evidence-based strategies that support health throughout the lifespan.” 

 Learn more about ILSI Europe’s Healthy Ageing Task Force here: https://ilsi.eu/scientific-activities/nutrition/healthy-ageing/