Chocolate Chips - Organic
INGREDIENTS: Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cacao Paste, Organic Cacao Butter
Cacao Science & Nutrition
Experience the rare and bold flavors of Wilderness Poets Peruvian Cacao. Made from organic heirloom beans grown in the Amazon, this Criollo variety was once cultivated by ancient civilizations such as the Incas, Mayans, and Aztecs. Today, it makes up only 1% of the world's cacao, making it a coveted choice for chocolate connoisseurs.
Cacao, 'the food of the gods' has been used for centuries to boost energy and enhance mood. With over 300 identifiable chemical compounds, cacao remains one of the most complex and pleasurable foods on the planet. In its raw form, cacao contains anandamide (a euphoric substance), arginine (a natural aphrodisiac), and tryptophan (a natural anti-depressant). By raising the neurotransmitters in our brain, cacao promotes an overall happy feeling.
Cacao is also high in the mineral magnesium, essential for helping the heart to pump blood efficiently, building strong bones, and lowering blood pressure. Cacao is a good source of sulfur, generating healthy skin, nails and hair. Cacao contains one of the highest levels of antioxidants on the planet, exceeding that of red wine, green tea and many other exotic fruits and vegetables. Recent scientific studies have shown that cacao boosts blood flow to the heart, brain and other organs while having protective effects against heart disease. It has also been shown to be helpful in lowering blood glucose levels.*
Benefits
- High in Antioxidants
- Excellent Source of Plant-based Iron
- Full of Calcium and Magnesium
- Natural Mood Elevator *
* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.