As well as being high in Flavanol, Cacao is also packed with;

FIBRE to support digestion
PROTEIN to increases muscle mass and strength
POTASSIUM to help regulate fluid balance, muscle contractions and nerve signals
MAGNESIUM the anti-Inflammatory benefits help regulate neurotransmitters, which send messages throughout your brain and nervous system
ANTIOXIDANTS help reduce the risk of disease and supports radiant looking skin.
NATURAL MOOD ELEVATORS a great source of serotonin, dopamine, anandamide and phenylethylamine (PEA), all of which are associated with feelings of well being and help alleviate depression. Both PEA and anandamide are found in the brains of happy people and are particularly released when we are feeling happy. Cacao also contains monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

Ceremonial Grade Cacao can also aid in weight loss as it increases the metabolism and helps remove cravings of sugary synthetic foods. It is also a natural vasodilator which increases blood flow to the brain increasing focus. Important Cacao and Health Information.

Cacao is a plant medicine and must be taken with caution. Please consult with your GP if you are on anti-depressants or have any of the following health conditions; High/low blood pressure Cardiovascular disease/issues If you have any other serious health conditions, always check with your GP before ingesting Cacao. Other substances: Cacao amplifies any other substances which are in your blood and increases blood flow to the brain. Caffeine: Pure Cacao contains a small amount of caffeine. It’s best to drink Cacao at the beginning of the day to give you a natural high without the crash. Small amounts of cacao before bed can help induce lucid dreaming. Pregnant or breastfeeding: Small amounts of Cacao are suitable to consume when pregnant and/or breastfeeding but please do your own research too and/or check with your midwife.The Criolla variety is considered to be “the king of cacao” because it is the most ancient, it is not a hybrid and produces high quality beans of fine flavours and aromas. Criollo has the highest concentration of joy-enducing compounds (such as theobromine, serotonin, proanthocyanin, anandamine, and many others) out of all cacao bean strains. The minimal processing by traditional means produces a cacao paste that retains the majority of these compounds and generates the most powerful heart-opening sensation out of all natural cacao-based products.

At Evergreen Cacao, our main priority is to ensure that our Cacao has been sourced ethically and organically grown by farmers and communities which are being paid fairly for their work and crop.Our Ceremonial grade cacao comes from the finest grade Criollo Bean, meaning it has had minimal processing, therefore not stripped of its natural superfood qualities and potency.Ceremonial Grade Cacao opens your heart, energises your body and brings focus to your mind, enabling you to tap into your creative and true potential.