15 Things You Didn't Know About GNC

Although nothing can compare to today's hype over wellness, health and fitness trends have captivated the American public for over a century. From the nationwide obsession with calisthenics in the late 1880s to Jack LaLanne's TV workouts in the 1950s to the introduction of Zumba in the 1990s, the demand for health solutions has been persistent. We are constantly searching for a quick fix to make us toned, slim, and fit.

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Though fitness trends come and go, one company has long been considered a trusted source for health-conscious products: GNC. GNC, or General Nutrition Company, is a major retailer of health and wellness products. With locations in the United States and abroad, it is widely known as the go-to place for vitamins and minerals, herbal supplements, health, beauty, diet, and weight loss products.

If you're a take a daily supplement or have a protein powder habit, odds are you've visited a GNC store. But do you know everything there is to know about this popular company? Any store that has been around for more than 80 years is bound to have a rich history, and GNC is no exception. Read on for 15 things you didn't know about GNC.