LOS ANGELES, CA. Mela Vitamins is proud to announce an exciting partnership with professional athletes to empower communities of color in their wellness journey.

Mela is honored to partner with WNBA champions Azurá Stevens (LA Sparks) and Dana Evans (Chicago Sky). These athletes—trailblazers both on and off the court—will join Mela Vitamins as Investors and Brand Ambassadors on a shared mission to empower and educate communities or color about nutrition and wellness. Together, they are leading a movement that transcends athletics and fosters a culture of inclusive health and wellness.

“More than 80% of Black women are vitamin D deficient, a condition linked to double the rates of heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and type 2 diabetes," said Ashley Harmon, founder and CEO of Mela Vitamins, who personally battled a vitamin D deficiency for years. "This partnership is about creating impactful solutions to address these health disparities while empowering our communities to prioritize their health and wellness. Azurá and Dana are incredible role models, and we’re honored to have them champion our mission."

said Azurá Stevens, WNBA Champion and Mela Vitamins Brand Ambassador. "Black women deserve wellness solutions designed specifically for them, and that’s why I’m proud to partner with Mela Vitamins. This partnership is about more than just supplements—it’s about advancing health equity, empowering our community, and giving Black women the tools they need to thrive."

"Wellness is so much more than physical health; it’s about equity, access, and community," Harmon added. "By collaborating with these incredible athletes, we’re breaking down barriers and driving meaningful change to ensure women of color have the resources and support they need to truly thrive."

This partnership reflects Mela’s broader commitment to health equity. Mela Vitamins is not only filling a market gap but also leading a transformative movement in the wellness industry with products and programs designed to address longstanding disparities in nutrition and wellness.

Founded by Ashley Harmon, Mela Vitamins is a wellness brand dedicated to creating science-backed supplements formulated specifically for women of color. Their flagship product, Daily Essentials, is the first multivitamin to combine essential nutrients, probiotics, and adaptogens to meet the unique needs of melanated women.With a mission to make wellness equitable and accessible, Mela Vitamins is setting a new standard for inclusivity in the industry.

Daily Essentials combines science-based nutrients, probiotics, and adaptogens to support holistic health for melanated women, addressing the unique nutritional needs and health risks that disproportionately affect women of color. By bridging these critical gaps, Mela Vitamins is redefining wellness for women of color with a groundbreaking product tailored to their needs.

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