For Los Gatos residents David and Danielle Stanton, good health is a way of life. Easier said than done, though, with the busy lives we lead. David, a registered gastrointestinal nurse, grew up in East Texas as the son of a compounding pharmacist, and has worked for over two decades in healthcare. Danielle was a high school counselor and social worker in San Jose. The couple began creating wellness products in 2020, under the brand name Fuel4Ever.
“I’ve lived in Los Gatos for the past 11 years and have come to appreciate being part of a community that values wellness, education and giving back,” says David. He continues to work as a registered nurse. “Nursing has given me a unique perspective on the connection between nutrition, lifestyle and long-term health, which heavily influences how we approach product development and wellness education at Fuel4Ever.”
Their initial supplements, FAST and SLEEP, were developed out of formulas they themselves found helpful, having discovered the benefits of intermittent fasting. They both struggle with insomnia. SLEEP incorporates magnesium, lemon balm, KSM-66 ashwagandha, chlorella and cilantro.
“SLEEP resonated with people who were struggling with sleep, but didn’t want to rely on melatonin or wake up feeling groggy,” says Danielle. “What meant the most to us were the personal stories—people sharing that they were finally sleeping through the night, feeling better during perimenopause or midlife, or simply having more energy to function throughout the day.”
Asked if it was difficult getting approval for these supplements, the couple said that launching supplements was definitely a learning experience. “One common misconception is that supplements go through FDA approval like medications, but they do not,” said the Stantons.
Instead, supplements must comply with regulations around manufacturing, labeling, ingredient safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
“For us, the challenge wasn’t approval—it was making products we genuinely believed in, sourcing high-quality ingredients, and refusing to include unnecessary fillers or trendy ingredients that didn’t align with our mission. We were very intentional in creating products that solved real problems we personally experienced—sleep, energy, recovery and overall wellness.”
Both supplements are available on Amazon.
The Stantons’ main mission now is One Bite, One Day™, focusing on food products that benefit students both nutritionally and educationally. Danielle had spent years helping students navigate challenges and build confidence. “I wanted to give students ownership, creativity and exposure to opportunities they may not otherwise experience,” says Danielle.
The initial flavor of Fuel4Ever protein bites, Cookie Dough, developed by students at Sylvandale Middle School in San Jose, where Danielle had once been a counselor, launched in 2026. Packed with eight grams of protein and lots of flavor, the bites were an instant hit.
The program has since expanded to Overfelt High School in San Jose. “After seeing the success of the first year, and hearing powerful feedback from students and administrators, we wanted to build on that momentum,” says David. “Students learn how to read ingredient labels, understand nutrition, and see firsthand what it takes to bring an idea to life.”
Danielle says the experience is intentionally hands-on. “Students are involved in brainstorming, taste-testing, naming flavors, marketing discussions, packaging ideas and problem-solving. We work closely with teachers and school leadership so the program complements existing curriculum.”
At Sylvandale, students learned through wellness and leadership-based experiences, while at Overfelt High School, the program has been integrated into a sports medicine pathway, allowing students to connect nutrition, performance and wellness to real-world product development.
Students at Overfelt helped create two new flavors—Cinnamon Churro and Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Bites—which are expected to launch later this year. Each bite contains 110 calories, eight grams of protein, and four grams of sugar. A portion of proceeds supports participating schools and community initiatives.
These bites are sold through Amazon and an affiliate program.
According to the couple, the Protein Bites are manufactured in California through trusted food manufacturing partners that specialize in high-quality food production and safety standards.
“We’re proud to work within Oregon Tilth’s ‘Made with Organic Ingredients’ certification, which is a respected third-party certification known for its rigorous standards around ingredient sourcing, transparency, and organic compliance,” the Stantons told us. “For us, it’s an added layer of accountability that helps ensure we’re delivering clean, high-quality products families can trust.”
The Stantons also created a line of collagen-enriched protein bars, designed to support joint health, skin, and recovery. They come in three flavors and pack up to 14 grams of protein in a bar containing 220 calories.
