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We know that look on the faces of our worker squirrels. Their lunch bags are empty, but their stomachs are grumbling and they still have a couple of hours before it’s time to clock out.

At Nut Kreations we know that hungry worker squirrels are rarely happy and productive. So, we’ve instituted something we thinks is revolutionary; mandatory afternoon snack time. Every afternoon we take a step back, takes a deep breath and enjoy a delicious snack. It gives them the mental and physical energy to finish the day.

But, just any snack won’t do here at Nut Kreations. Our squirrels demand healthy snacks for the office to keep up with their active lifestyles. Here are the give healthy snacks they want to see in the office, and what we recommend you always keep at your desk.

Seeds

Seeds are the perfect snack because they are naturally full of fiber, which helps keep you full. Seeds are also low enough in calories to fit into any diet. Seeds from pumpkins, sunflowers, squash and many other plants can be turned into a delicious snack.

Our pumpkin seeds come both raw and roasted & salted. If you’re worried about your salt intake, stick to the savory raw pumpkin seeds, if you’re looking for more flavor, go with the perfectly crunchy roasted & salted pepitas. A quarter cup of pumpkin seeds will keep you full for a couple of hours while only setting you back about 150 calories.

Dark Chocolate

We know what you’re thinking. Chocolate isn’t healthy. But, when dark chocolate is eaten in moderation, it’s actually good for you. Studies show that dark chocolate, not the kind found in most candy bars, can improve health and lower the risk of heart disease. One warning from our scientist squirrels, this is not carte blanche to eat every dark chocolate cake or doughnut you can find. The cake parts are still unhealthy, and moderation is key.

We have two artisan confections in stock right now that will cure your chocolate fix while still giving you the benefits of dark chocolate. Our dark chocolate blueberries have only three ingredients and are fabulous on their own or in any mix. Our dark chocolate raisins will give you a little bit of extra iron in your diet are are naturally sweet.

Dried Fruits

Fruit is a great snack to have at your desk at all times. But as some of our worker squirrels who went on vacation found out the hard way, fresh fruit will go bad if you leave it out for long enough. The solution is simply, dried fruit. It will stay fresh in your desk for long periods of time, never loses its sweetness, and is still filling and delicious.

A cup of dried apple rings have under 150 calories and five grams of fiber. Not an apple fan? A third of a cup of dried cranberries clocks in at under 125 calories. These are sure to get you through the afternoon and to dinner without a problem.

Almonds

Nuts, especially almonds, should be your go-to snack. A 1-ounce serving of almonds -- about 23 whole almonds -- has just 163 calories. Almonds are a great source of protein and satisfying healthy fats. They contain nine essential nutrients; have the highest rate of proteins when compared to other nuts; have the highest rate of fiber when compared to other nuts; are rich in Vitamin E; and contain monounsaturated fats that help increase HDL levels.

Want to get the most out of your afternoon almonds? Go with our sprouted almonds. They are premium grade jumbo Almonds that have been soaked in water for 48 hours resulting in higher bio-availability and therefore your body absorbing the minerals and vitamins. Want a bit more flavor compared to regular roasted almonds? We recommend our garlic almonds, just don’t try and give your loved ones a kiss before brushing your teeth first.

Trail Mixes

Can’t decide between nuts, seeds, dried fruit or chocolate? Our squirrels sometimes can’t either. That’s why we always keep jars of our signature trail mixes on hand. Trail mixes offer all of the benefits of seeds, nuts and dried fruits with the added fun of new flavors and variety.

Our Energizer Kreation and Trailblazer mixes are packed with perfectly placed flavors that are sure to not only stop your stomach from grumbling, but also make you smile. They both have everything that you need to get you through the rest of your day, from nuts to fruits to dark chocolate.

Get Snacking

Since instituting mandatory snack time, we’ve seen noticeable upticks in productivity and general morale. What snacks do you love to chow down on at work? We love hearing from our little squirrels. Send us your office snacks via our Facebook and Pinterest pages and we’ll be sure to share them.