Organic Cocoa Powder

Cacao is one of the most misunderstood superfoods out there. Cacao is loaded with healthy compounds that have proven health benefits. Research shows that cacao has even more of these beneficial compounds than blueberries, strawberries, and green tea!

 

 

 

Cacao comes from the cacao tree (also known as the Theobroma cacao tree). Cacao is rich in antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. It’s also loaded with healthy fats and protein. Cacao is the main ingredient in a lot of superfood desserts and snacks like chocolate bars, chocolates, dark chocolate, gourmet hot cocoa mixes, superfood cookies, and more. This Wild Cocoa Powder is great to add to your diet because it can add a healthy dose of nutrients without changing the taste of your food very much.

 

Cacao is a tropical fruit that grows in the mountains of South America. The beans inside the cacao tree are dried and then roasted to create cocoa powder. Cacao is native to the tropics and subtropics. It grows in tropical and temperate climates and can be found in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, and Africa. Cacao beans are the dried nuts of the cacao tree.

 

Along with being a source of antioxidants, cacao also contains flavonoids, minerals, and vitamins. In addition, cacao is good magnesium, potassium, and zinc source.

 

 

Cocoa powder is processed differently from cacao powder and is the dried solid remains from the fermented, dried, roasted cacao beans. To make cocoa, cacao beans are usually roasted then crushed into nibs ready for use in chocolate products. 

 

Cacao powder, often labeled as raw cacao powder, is the least processed form of the beans, retaining the nutritional properties of cacao seeds. It is often unroasted and it is not treated with alkalizing agents. Cacao may also refer to the plant's beans and a particular type of product made with the beans. Cacao is a beverage made of powdered beans from the cacao plant or a few other products. Cocoa, in contrast, is a processed chocolate product, like the chocolate bars and powders that are widely available.

 

 

Cacao contains flavonoids called catechins which have been shown to improve heart health, reduce blood pressure, and promote brain health. In addition, cacao has an antioxidant capacity that is five times greater than vitamin C!

 

Drinking chocolate with this Wild Cocoa Powder added provides a healthy dose of antioxidants since the cocoa powder is high in flavonoids. Cocoa also contains magnesium which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Chocolate also contains more potassium than any other fruit or vegetable!

 

 

Studies have shown that cacao can protect the heart against cardiovascular disease, thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. One study even found that cocoa flavanols (the main constituents of cacao) could lower blood pressure in people with hypertension.

 

 

Cacao is high in calories but low in fat, making it an ideal food for weight loss. In addition to being calorie-dense, cacao is also rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, which are believed to play a role in helping you burn calories and fat. Additionally, consuming cacao regularly has been linked with decreased cortisol levels, a stress hormone that can contribute to weight gain. 

 

 

Incorporating organic raw cacao powder into your diet may be a great start if you want to improve your health. Here are some ideas:

 

● Adding cacao to smoothies and shakes

● Putting cacao in oatmeal, granola, or breakfast cereals

● Sprinkling cacao into desserts

● Adding cacao to baked goods

● Eating cacao nibs

● Making cacao-infused hot chocolate

● Making cacao-infused tea.