Indulge intentionally.
Treading Lightly for a Healthier Planet: The Prodigy Snacks Revolution
How do we become responsible guardians of our planet, our bodies, and our businesses? This vital question is addressed by Neena Vaswani, co-founder of Prodigy Snacks, on the Brave New Girls podcast. Neena’s journey is one of innovation, responsibility, and delicious rebellion against the status quo.
Prodigy Snacks is not just a chocolate company; it’s a vision realised through a combination of indulgence and ethics. By recognising the environmental impact of the confectionery industry, Neena and her husband Sameer embarked on a mission to reinvent our chocolate experience. Prodigy Snacks proudly stands as a B-corp certified company, ensuring that every treat is not only better for your gut but also for our planet.
The secret to Prodigy's healthier chocolate lies in the ingredients. Eschewing refined sugars, Neena introduced coconut sugar (in small amounts), chicory root fiber, and inulin to the mix. This innovation ensures that indulging in Prodigy chocolate minimises those unwelcome blood sugar spikes. It’s chocolate as a treat, that aligns with our health journey, no matter where we are on the path.
Moreover, Prodigy Snacks’ commitment to the environment is robust. From compostable packaging to supporting ocean cleanup and tree planting initiatives, every chocolate bar sold contributes to a more sustainable world. This reflects a deeper philosophy within the company, one that Neena refers to as “Trust in Prodigy” – a commitment to making the best decisions for the planet with the information available at the moment.
People seeking a healthier life will find in Prodigy an ally. It’s not only about savouring a piece of chocolate; it’s about being part of a movement that values health and sustainability. Neena Vaswani’s approach addresses our opening question by demonstrating how a business can operate with a conscience. Prodigy Snacks shows that it is possible to indulge without guilt, to run a business with purpose, and to treat our bodies and planet with the respect they deserve.
Neena Vaswani co-founder of Prodigy Snacks “Tread Lightly”
10 Actionable Steps Inspired by Neena Vaswani:
1. Choose treats with natural sugars and fibers for a healthier gut.
2. Support businesses that use compostable or recyclable packaging.
3. Opt for products from companies that actively engage in environmental initiatives.
4. Integrate sustainable practices into your daily routine, however small.
5. Seek out B-corp certified products to ensure ethical business practices.
6. Educate yourself on the environmental impact of your purchases.
7. Encourage community involvement in sustainability efforts.
8. Invest in companies that align with your values for health and sustainability.
9. Share knowledge about healthier lifestyle choices with your network.
10. Embrace the journey towards a healthier life and planet as a continuous, evolving story.
Neena's narrative and her company's ethos beautifully illustrate how we can start to tread more lightly as responsible guardians, making every bite of chocolate an act of conscious and intention indulgence for a healthier self and planet.
PS. Listen HERE to Neena’s journey on BRAVE NEW GIRLS podcast to hear how she helps us help the planet.
