What are the benefits of cacao?
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So often we are asked about the benefits of cacao and we are constantly hearing amazing stories from our customers of how our Cacao Blends have helped them. Now whilst our blends contain lots of magical and super ingredients here we are going to discuss just the magic of Cacao and after all, it is our favourite ingredient.
Weekly we receive reviews from people stating all sorts of wonderful things that have happened to them once they have started on our blends such as increased energy, weight loss, symptom relief of PMS, fibromyalgia, CFS, IBS, depression and general pain relief and so on….
Founders Jo & Mark at the wonderful Wellbeing by the Lakes event in Dorset.
What is Cacao?
In reality, it's the unprocessed chocolate superfood that's turbocharged with magnesium flavonoids, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, potassium and manganese to name a few.
Why is so Cacao fantastic?
It is full of Magnesium a mineral many people lack, essential for energy, a healthy brain, and nervous system. Magnesium is also known to lower blood pressure, it is often referred to as the stress antidote.
Cacao can have more than 10 times the antioxidant power compared to other antioxidant rich foods, that are well known for preventing premature ageing.
High in Iron, which builds the blood and helps to transport oxygen around our body.
Cacao can be high in flavonoids, which create antioxidant activity. This has been linked with heart health benefits.
Rich in dietary fibre which is known to improve digestion and improve your metabolism. Why not try this cacao smoothie bowl for a great source of all-round fibre.
Cacao has a compound called phenylethylamine. It is thought that PEA can help to elevate happiness and support energy, this is why we all love chocolate!
Cacao is thought to trigger the release of endorphins and contains anandamide, sometimes referred to as the bliss molecule, which binds to the cannabinoid receptors in the brain creating the feeling of ease and happiness. This can help to fight mood swings so next time you’re feeling a bit low or in a funk, reach for a Liquid Love Blend as a pick me up!
5 ways to get Cacao into your diet.
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Smoothies - We create cacao powdered blends that you can easily blend with fruit, nuts or seeds to make the perfect smoothie.
Cacao Porridge, simply add it to your porridge, and don’t tell the kids its healthy!
Add Cacao Love Blend to some coconut yogurt and fresh fruits and a sprinkle of nuts and seeds, yum breakfast or pud.
Add it to your Chilli, cacao added to a chilli makes it rich and creamy.
Make treats - Try our delicious truffle recipe.
Be adventurous - we used our Golden Chocolate Chai blend to make Satay Cauliflower and it was an absolute winner winner cauliflower dinner!