For thousands of years, peoples of South and Central America have known and celebrated the healing benefits of the almost magical Cacao tree. In its purest form, organic cacao is truly life-changing. Raw Organic Cacao is an amazingly healthy way to stock up on antioxidants and important minerals like magnesium and iron.
Studies show that dark unprocessed raw cacao actually helps reduce the risk of cardiometabolic disorders such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke etc.
It reduces the clumping of platelets, which cause blood to clot. Raw cacao also has the potential to prevent cardiovascular disease in diabetics. Epicatechin, a flavonoid found in cacao also helps protect the brain after a stroke Its not only your heart that may benefit from raw cacao, research has linked the consumption of cacao to over 40 health benefits. Cacao is packed with antioxidants and the antioxidant polyphenols in cacao are extremely valuable.
Antioxidants fight free radicals and they help decrease your risk of various diseases.
Cacao also contains the bliss chemical called Anandamide, which temporarily blocks the feelings of anxiety and stress. Anandamide causes feelings of relaxation and satisfaction. Cacao also contains essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, magnesium and sulfur. Some of the other health benefits are:
- Improves endurance
- Reduces stress
- Acts as an anti-inflammatory
- Lowers blood pressure
- Anti-obesity
- Anti-diabetic
- Improves cholesterol
Enjoy a healthy diet with Ecuador's finest organic raw cacao nibs.