RAW CACAO POWER
Cacao, the seed of the fruit of the Theobroma tree, is a potent energetic medicine. Raw ceremonial cacao comes from a cold-press of raw cacao beans from wild native strains … then fermented, sun-dried and ground into ceremonial paste.
Commercial chocolate is produced from vast commercial fumigated farms, roasted at high temperatures and irradiated.
This changes the molecular structure of the cacao, kills living enzymes and almost all nutritional value.
Antioxidants
Flavonoids are antioxidants that protect cells by removing free radicals and chelating metals.
The more that chocolate is processed, the fewer flavonoids it retains, the less its antioxidant content, and less the health benefit.
Raw, organic cacao has no added ingredients, and is not subjected to high temperatures.
The ORAC* value of raw cacao is 95,500, compared to broccoli at 890, strawberries 1,540, kale 1,770, blueberries 2,400, and goji-berry 25,300. Raw cacao has high concentrations of calcium, sulfur, magnesium, phenylethylamine, monounsaturated fat, cholesterol-free saturated fat, plant-based iron, vitamins, minerals, fiber, natural carbohydrates and protein. It is awesome and complete food.
*The USDA dropped ORAC tables in 2012 because of disuse by the marketing industry and confusion around food sample sizes. However, the tests stand.
Raw cacao also contains the neurotransmitter anandamide and endocannabinoid which binds to THC receptors similar to CBD, and theobromine which has diuretic, stimulant and relaxing effects and can lower blood pressure because of blood vessel dilation.*
Theobromine is a stimulant kind of like caffeine but unlike caffeine, doesn’t affect the central nervous system. So no jitters, just alertness!
Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is an ancient medicinal herb classified as an adaptogen.
* Please check with your health care provider if you are taking a prescribed vasodilator.
The content on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice. Check with your qualified health care professional before taking raw cacao or ashwaghanda if you are taking a vasodilator or any psychotropic medication.
WHAT’S IN CACAO.LIVE
RAW ORGANIC MACA
has been called the Ancient Super Food of South America. Used in Peru since before the Inca, maca is a vegetable root or tuber which grows in the high Andean plateaus of Peru at altitudes as high as 14,500 feet above sea level. Maca is an adaptogen, which means it adapts to your body's metabolism. and works with your body to repair what is needed so that an optimal health and energy level is maintained. We use Maca in Fire and Air chocolates.
GOJI
100% organic, fair-trade Himalyan gogi berry A natural superfood, this shade-dried fruit contains more beta carotene than carrots, and 500 times more vitamin C by weight than oranges. It also contains over 18 amino acids, 21 trace minerals such as zinc, iron, copper, calcium, and substantial amounts of vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6 and vitamin E. Goji are considered a complete source of protein and regarded as a top longevity and strength-building food. They can also help stimulate Human Growth Hormone (HGH), a critical factor in anti-aging. Goji powder can be added to either veggie or fruit smoothies, or sprinkled on any food.
ASHWAGHANDA
Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is an ancient medicinal herb classified as an adaptogen. To read more about ashwaghanda, please click here.