Cacao powder is the most vital super food to have in your home. A sweet and dense powder, Cacao can be added as an ingredient to many recipes ranging from homemade cakes to milkshakes!
Cacao is organically grown in countries which with tropical climates such as the Amazon, and was originally referred to as the “Food of the gods” by the Mayans.
Why use organic Cacao powder? There is no dearth of reasons!..Cacao originally has enormous health benefits as it is a remarkable source of essential vitamins like vitamin A, B, C and D as well a host of other minerals like magnesium, sodium, zinc etc. Cacao also positively effects the production of Phenylethylamine, a chemical that is produced when a person experiences feelings of love. It is a awesome source of anti-oxidants compounds called Flavonols that help the body to produce nitric oxide, a compound essential for proper heart function. The process of making cacao powder involves compressing organic raw cacao beans to make a brown thick, paste which is chocolate liquor. The Cacao butter or fat is then removed from the chocolate liquor which leaves a residue of chocolate solids which is turned into organic, truly raw unsweetened cocoa powder.
The Raw cacao is has at least 33% more of Cacao's essential nutrients. In Raw Cacao Powder, much of the oil is removed but most essential nutrients still remain. Cacao powder has the highest level of cocoa flavonols. Because the fat has been removed and it contains no extra ingredients such as sugar, it is the healthiest form of chocolate you can ever find!
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