40 YEARS OF BIO CONCEPTS
BUILDING A LEGACY
Building a Legacy
Bio Concepts legacy spans back to 1984 when our founder and Nutritional Biochemist, Henry Osiecki set out to pioneer groundbreaking health solutions in the field of nutritional medicine.
Henry was among one of the first clinical practitioners to promote biochemistry and nutrition as a viable alternative or adjunct to traditional medicine. His passion for natural medicine, paired with a firm belief in its ability to transform the lives of those whose quality of life is decimated by increasingly complex conditions, was the spark that created the Company.
“Bio Concepts will continue his legacy of innovation, dedication, and growth.”
He obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree (with honours) followed by a Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics. After graduating, Henry became increasingly fascinated about the role played by biochemistry in human physiology and pathology and found his role in educating health care practitioners about the nutritional model as opposed to a pharmaceutical model.
Through the decades, Henry would go on to serve as the Executive Director of the Save the Children Fund and an active member of the the Disaster Relief Fund, Multiple Sclerosis Organisation, and the MINDD Foundation.
Interview with Henry Osiecki about the goodwill of Australians to support the Save The Children Fund.
After years in clinic, Henry became frustrated with the lack of practitioner-only products available. He started Bio Concepts as the solution, after receiving seed funding from his wife, Dr. Vera Russo, who shared his vision for natural healthcare in Australia.
From 1988, Henry began to introduce several key nutrients into the Australian market.
CoQ10, Lipoic Acid, Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Glucosamine, Activated B Vitamins, Theanine, and Lipoic Acid are among the important nutrients introduced over the coming years.
Since its inception, Bio Concepts has remained dedicated to offering top-quality products with full excipient disclosure, valuing every component.
The above information is included for historical purposes only and should not be taken as an endorsement of any particular therapeutic good or ingredient contained in same.
Henry publishes his first book "Food of the Gods: Hyper Nutrition for Sports."
Henry goes on to publish more books over the years that have shaped the fields of biochemistry and nutrition. His dedication to sharing knowledge has empowered and inspired countless practitioners then and now.
"All my books tell a story. Medicine begins with storytelling."
Henry was an advocate for educating others about the importance of nutrition.
He would write as a nutritional columnist in the Queensland Newspaper, The Courier Mail paper every Friday called - “Your nutrition”. He also appeared regularly on a radio program and lectured around the world.
A major manufacturer shutdown caused widespread product shortages across the industry. Despite the crisis, Bio Concepts maintained a steady supply to the practitioner community as our products were manufactured in-house, allowing us to remain unaffected by the disruption.
This book remains a cornerstone in nutritional medicine, respected by practitioners and students for its detailed insights and practical nutritional advice.
A year later, Bio Concepts Education Centre, now called 'Bio Concepts Engage', wins the Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA) award for 'Outstanding Contribution to Research, Education, and Training’.
“It’s a way of thinking about a problem, and that’s what I really want to teach."
The Osiecki family designed and built a brand-new Head Office in Banyo, Brisbane to stimulate collaboration.
Bio Concepts originally started with only five staff members and one distributor from a small office, on Brunswick Street in Fortitude Valley, before moving to Kelvin Grove, then Eagle Farm and finally Banyo.
He decides to pass the baton to his son, Dr Michael Osiecki PhD, BE (Chemical), BBiotech (Hons) to continue his legacy and pave a new way forward using technology and innovation for the future of medicine.
This is the industry’s most prestigious award, recognising an industry leader who has made an outstanding and consistent contribution to the industry and the wider community.
We were immensely proud of him!
This is a prestigious accolade that honours innovation, leadership, visionary thinking, and significant contributions from emerging leaders in the field of complementary medicine. Go Michael!
Passionate about driving education and awareness around the science of nutrition and natural medicine, Michael is also a CMA Board Director and Chairs the Export and Industry Development Committee.
The above information is included for historical purposes only and should not be taken as an endorsement of any particular therapeutic good or ingredient contained in same.
"Working in the practitioner side of the industry, you see the power of nutritional medicine and how it changes people's lives."
Bio Concepts is committed to revolutionising nutritional medicine through high quality practitioner only products, top-tier education, industry-leading standards, sought-after events, and robust practitioner support. As one of the few fully Australian-owned and operated nutraceutical companies remaining, we are proud to set the standard for trusted quality products, innovation, and industry evolution.
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40 Years & Beyond
For the next 40 years and beyond, we commit to supporting our community of practitioners. By attentively addressing your needs, we aim to advance clinical practice and drive more positive outcomes. We seek to holistically close the loop for practitioners by providing supplements, education and tools driven by technology and innovation. Our future initiatives will emphasise deepening customer intimacy and meeting the evolving demands of the industry.
We are committed to continuously pioneering innovative health solutions and education that empowers practitioners worldwide to effectively manage complex health conditions. Continue to follow our journey for exciting updates and developments—watch this space!
We want to say thank you again to our practitioner community for the trust you’ve placed in us, for the relationships we’ve built and for being an integral part of our story. We look forward to many more years of partnership, learning and success in the future!
Love, the Bio Team xx
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