Cacao has a rich history among ancient Central American cultures. Associated with nobility and abundance, cacao was known as ‘the food of the gods’ or ‘black gold’ and traded as currency.
Cacao nibs are delicious crunchy bits of crushed cacao beans and are used as chocolate chips in recipes.
The health benefits of cacao nibs are said to be:
Heart Support - contains high levels of magnesium for heart health
Lowers Blood Pressure - theobromine relaxes muscles & dilates blood vessels
Slows Ageing - high in antioxidants
Natural Anti-depressant - contains feel-good neurotransmitters for a mood boost
Energising - contains B vitamins, iron, manganese and theobromine
Immune Boosting - high content of B vitamins to keep you healthy
Weight Loss - natural appetite suppressant to curb hunger cravings
Feel Younger - MAOIs to keep the feel-good neurotransmitters in your system for longer
Mental Clarity - PEA (phenylethylamine) improves cognitive function
100% organic cacao nibs
Product of Peru
Sprinkle them over your morning breakfast or use them as chocolate chips in your smoothies or snack mixes. For an easy, decadent dessert combine cacao nibs and honey with your favourite nut butter.
Recommended 5 – 20g per day.
