When it comes to kids' snacks, there are a ton of so-called healthy options. You know the ones: they have buzzwords like "organic," "natural," and "made with real fruit.” But that doesn't necessarily mean they're good for our kids. Many are ultra-processed, high in sugar, and lacking in nutrition. In this episode, I sat down with Diane and Laurel Orley, co-founders of Daily Crunch Snacks, a company that makes superfood-infused, sprouted nuts that are made without added sugars, preservatives, or additives, minimal to no oil, and are what they call Uniquely Crunchy.™ We talk about how Daily Crunch Snacks came to be, the benefits of sprouted nuts for your kids, plus some healthy and easy recipe ideas. Diane also shares a personal story and how Daily Crunch Snacks is turning a family tragedy into hope for others. Welcome 2:12 Let’s talk about your story! 3:17 What was it like to launch a company during the COVID-19 pandemic? 5:37 What are the greatest challenges you see with parents feeding their kids today? 8:27 What is different about the almonds you use? 9:43 What are sprouted nuts and why are they good for us? 10:40 What is the history of sprouting? 13:25 Are there myths about sprouted nuts or nuts in general that parents should know? 16:48 What are some of your favorite healthy and easy meal and snack ideas using sprouted nuts? 17:27 Let’s talk about the flavors and different varieties of Daily Crunch Snacks? 19:48 Can we talk about what Daily Crunch Snacks does to give back and support mental illness? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW Diane mentions this lentil salad recipe. Learn more about Daily Crunch Snacks on their website. Follow Daily Crunch Snacks on Instagram. FROM OUR PARTNERS Kids Cook Real Food eCourse The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener. Thrive Market Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.