NUTRISHOP
Nutrishop franchises retail stores that sell sports nutrition products, dietary supplements, vitamins, weight loss items, related food products, and promotional merchandise such as apparel and shaker cups, utilizing a proprietary business system including formats, standards, and trademarks. Stores can operate as standalone locations or Pro-Shops within gyms like 24 Hour Fitness. The target market is primarily health-conscious adults aged 18-55, with sales strongest in the first half of the year, competing against various retail and online sellers of nutritional products.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
No royalty or ad fund. $0-$600/mo administration fee (reduced based on product purchases)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Data covers annual purchases in 2024 for 98 franchised Nutrishop Stores (84 not Pro-Shops and 14 Pro-Shops) that opened on or before December 31, 2023, excluding stores opened or closed during 2024.
* The document provides 'Average Annual Purchases' data, not gross revenue, net income, net profit, or EBITDA, as explicitly defined in the prompt. It states that the numbers do not reflect total sales or all costs and expenses needed to obtain net income or profit, and that no other financial performance representations (beyond purchases) are made. Therefore, all revenue, profit, and EBITDA-related fields are set to null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How NUTRISHOP Compares to Other Specialty Retail Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Specialty Retail
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NUTRISHOP Current | $144K - $252K | $20K | N/A | 103 |
| MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS | $48K - $260K | N/A | N/A | 797 |
| CORNWELL | $80K - $324K | N/A | N/A | 793 |
| BATTERIES PLUS | $263K - $497K | $45K | 5.0% | 604 |
| PET SUPPLIES PLUS | $537K - $2.0M | $50K | 3.0% | 502 |
| WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED | $227K - $379K | $40K | 4.0% | 340 |
Specialty Retail Average 46 franchises | $285K - $708K | $38K | 5.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 46 Specialty Retail franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+10 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for NUTRISHOP franchisees (2016 - 2024)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a NUTRISHOP franchise?
The total initial investment to open a NUTRISHOP franchise ranges from $144,000 to $251,500. This includes a franchise fee of $20,000.
How many NUTRISHOP franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, NUTRISHOP has 103 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2018.
Can you get an SBA loan for a NUTRISHOP franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for NUTRISHOP franchises. Historical data shows 13 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for NUTRISHOP franchisees, with an average loan amount of $168,285. The historical default rate is 15.4%.
Is NUTRISHOP a good franchise to buy?
NUTRISHOP shows several positive indicators: established brand with 103+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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