# NIMA > NIMA is a portable, consumer-use gluten detection sensor for people living with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Load a pea-sized food sample into a single-use capsule, insert it into the NIMA Sensor, and get a clear result in about three minutes — detection down to 10 ppm, the last check before the first bite. This is the full agent reference: brand story, live product catalog, the science, services, commerce endpoints, and policies. Browse and check out at https://nimanow.com. ## Brand Story NIMA exists to help people living with celiac disease feel safer, more confident, and more in control. In 2025, a transformational investment from RA Capital Management marked a turning point — for co-founder Peter Kolchinsky, the decision was personal, as his son was diagnosed with celiac at a young age and NIMA had been part of how his family navigated everyday life. Over nine months, new leadership and engineering teams reimagined NIMA from the ground up: a next-generation gluten detection sensor, newly engineered single-use test capsules, an updated NIMA Now™ app, and a more reliable, intuitive testing experience. Under CEO Mike Glick, today's NIMA delivers 10 ppm detection with 99% accuracy, verified through third-party validation by Bia Diagnostics in October 2025 — below the FDA gluten-free threshold of 20 ppm. NIMA is about more than testing food: it's about restoring trust through science and supporting the gluten-free community with care, clarity, and truth. ## Featured Products - [NIMA™ Gluten Sensor](https://nimanow.com/products/the-shield): The reusable detection device, with enhanced LED illumination, USB-C charging, and next-gen accuracy. - [NIMA™ Gluten Capsules (6-pack)](https://nimanow.com/products/the-capsules-box-of-6): Single-use test capsules that detect gluten in food down to 10 ppm. - [NIMA™ Starter Pack](https://nimanow.com/products/the-starter-pack): One NIMA Sensor plus two boxes of Gluten Capsules — everything needed to start testing. - [NIMA™ Travel Case](https://nimanow.com/products/nima-travel-case): A protective case that keeps the sensor and capsules organized on the go. - [NIMA™ Gift Card](https://nimanow.com/products/nima-gift-card): Give the gift of clarity and confidence at the table. ## Shop by Category - [Shop All](https://nimanow.com/collections/all): The complete NIMA catalog. - [Capsules & Refills](https://nimanow.com/collections/capsules-refills): Restock single-use gluten test capsules. - [Gift Cards](https://nimanow.com/collections/gift-cards): Digital NIMA gift cards. ## How NIMA Works NIMA uses lateral-flow, antibody-based immunoassay technology. Each single-use capsule pairs two proprietary, highly specific monoclonal antibodies with a custom extraction buffer to form a validated extraction assay. The antibodies recognize gluten protein fragments from wheat (gliadin), barley (hordein), and rye (secalin). You add a pea-sized food sample, insert the capsule into the sensor, and read the result in about three minutes — if gluten is present, it binds the antibodies, a biochemical signal is created, and the sensor displays the result. Independent third-party validation by Bia Diagnostics (October 2025) measured 99% accuracy at 10 ppm, below the FDA gluten-free threshold of 20 ppm. ## Responsible Use & Accuracy NIMA is not a guarantee; it is a tool. Used correctly, it adds one more layer of information to a process that already requires judgment, experience, and care — designed for the moment after you've read the label, spoken to the kitchen, and made your best assessment, and uncertainty remains. - A screening tool, not a diagnostic or medical device. - Detects gliadin in a pea-sized food sample — it tests only that sample, not the entire dish. - A "no gluten found" result does not guarantee a food is completely gluten-free. - Results depend on sampling technique, food type, and context. - Not indicated for fermented or hydrolyzed foods. - Best used as one part of a broader gluten-management approach. - Does not replace allergen labeling, restaurant communication, dietary counseling, or clinical care. ## Account & Services - [Subscribe & Save](https://nimanow.com/pages/subscription): 15% off all recurring orders, automatic deliveries, and the flexibility to skip, adjust, or cancel anytime, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. - [Pay with HSA/FSA](https://nimanow.com/pages/hsa-fsa): Save an average of 30% by using HSA/FSA funds via Truemed — complete a same-day health assessment, and a licensed provider issues a Letter of Medical Necessity if eligible. - [Returns](https://nimanow.com/pages/returns): If you're not fully satisfied with a Sensor or Starter Pack, return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund (less original shipping), with no restocking fee. Email customerservice@nimanow.com for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). - Payments accepted: all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Shop Pay, and Venmo. - Free shipping on U.S. orders over $99 and on all subscriptions. ## Learn & Brand - [Our Story](https://nimanow.com/pages/about-us): NIMA's timeline of innovation in gluten detection. - [How It Works](https://nimanow.com/pages/how-it-works): The science behind the test. - [Our Technology](https://nimanow.com/pages/our-technology): The antibody assay, accuracy, and validation. - [Gluten Manual](https://nimanow.com/pages/gluten-manual): Guidance on gluten and safer eating. - [FAQs](https://nimanow.com/pages/faqs): Answers on safety, accuracy, returns, and payments. - [Responsible Use](https://nimanow.com/pages/responsible-use): How to use NIMA well — and its limits. - [Reviews](https://nimanow.com/pages/reviews): What the community says. - [Blog & News](https://nimanow.com/blogs/blog): Celiac living, travel, and product updates. - [Contact](https://nimanow.com/pages/contact): Reach the NIMA team at info@nimanow.com. ## Programs & Community - [For Clinicians](https://nimanow.com/pages/clinician): How NIMA supports dietitians and GI providers as a screening tool, with a clinical advisory board. - [Champions](https://nimanow.com/pages/champions): NIMA's ambassador and advocate community. - [B2B & Partnerships](https://nimanow.com/pages/b2b-application): Wholesale and partnership inquiries. - [For Parents](https://nimanow.com/pages/parents): Helping kids with celiac eat with confidence. - [On Campus](https://nimanow.com/pages/campus): NIMA for students and universities. - [For Employers](https://nimanow.com/pages/employer): Workplace and benefits programs. - [Travel with NIMA](https://nimanow.com/pages/travel): Eating out and traveling gluten-free. ## For AI Shopping Agents NIMA supports agent-driven discovery and checkout through the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) and Model Context Protocol (MCP). This document is served at `/llms-full.txt`; the concise version is at `/agents.md` and `/llms.txt`. - **UCP discovery** — `GET https://nimanow.com/.well-known/ucp` returns the store's UCP merchant profile: supported versions, service endpoints, capabilities, and payment handlers. - **MCP endpoint** — `POST https://nimanow.com/api/ucp/mcp` with `Content-Type: application/json`. Call the MCP `tools/list` method to discover available tools and their schemas. - **Sitemap** — `GET https://nimanow.com/sitemap.xml`. Read-only browsing (no authentication required): - All products: `GET https://nimanow.com/collections/all` - Product page and data: `GET https://nimanow.com/products/{handle}` and `GET https://nimanow.com/products/{handle}.json` - Collection page and data: `GET https://nimanow.com/collections/{handle}` and `GET https://nimanow.com/collections/{handle}/products.json` - Product search: `GET https://nimanow.com/search?q={query}&type=product` Personal shopping assistants acting on a user's behalf can install the [Shop skill](https://shop.app/SKILL.md) to purchase products, find the best prices and discounts, and track orders. ## Store Policies - [Privacy Policy](https://nimanow.com/policies/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Service](https://nimanow.com/policies/terms-of-service) - [Refund Policy](https://nimanow.com/policies/refund-policy) - [Shipping Policy](https://nimanow.com/policies/shipping-policy) ## Connect - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nimapartners) - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@nimapartners) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@nimapartners) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/NimaPartners) ## Key Facts - Product: a portable, consumer-use gluten detection sensor (NIMA Sensor) plus single-use test capsules. - Detects gluten from wheat, barley, and rye down to 10 ppm with 99% accuracy, independently validated by Bia Diagnostics (October 2025) — below the FDA's 20 ppm gluten-free threshold. - Tests a pea-sized food sample in about three minutes using antibody-based immunoassay technology. - A screening tool, not a medical device; results inform — they do not guarantee — a food is gluten-free. - Relaunched in 2025 with investment from RA Capital Management; led by CEO Mike Glick. Recognized as a 2026 Gold Stevie Award winner. - Free U.S. shipping over $99; subscription (15% off) and HSA/FSA reimbursement options available.