Embracing Mindful Eating with Wise Bar: A Conversation with Josh Dominick
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In this episode of the 'Made to Sustain' podcast, host Kelly D'Amico welcomes Josh Dominick, co-founder of Wise Bar. They discuss the journey and philosophy behind Wise Bar—the first functional mushroom bar on the market, incorporating 100% organic ingredients and sustainable practices. Josh shares the inspiration behind Wise Bar, its all-natural ingredient approach, the benefits of functional mushrooms such as Lion’s Mane and Reishi, and their collaboration with Fantastic Fungi for a new product. The conversation also highlights challenges in production and distribution, mindful eating, sustainability efforts, including partnerships with environmental organizations, and the importance of educating consumers on the benefits of whole food ingredients.
00:00 Introduction to Mushrooms and Mindful Eating
00:32 Welcome to the Made to Sustain Podcast
00:49 Introducing Wise Bar with Josh Dominick
01:46 The Journey of Creating Wise Bar
03:33 Challenges and Innovations in Functional Mushroom Bars
07:20 Mindful Eating and the Benefits of Mushrooms
09:37 Sustainability and Environmental Impact
12:46 Debating Natural vs. Processed Sugars
17:24 Future of Food and Wise Bar's Vision
20:02 Exploring WiseBar's Ingredients
21:53 Challenges in Retail and Distribution
26:56 Sustainability and Functional Foods
31:23 Innovative Products in the Market
33:29 Future of Functional Mushrooms
35:35 Educating Consumers on Functional Foods
38:46 WiseBar's Mission and Community Support
Links:
Madetosustain.com
Wise-bar.com
https://madetosustain.com/plant-based-diet-documentary-list/
https://fantasticfungi.com/
Sponsors:
Juneberry.com
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