Organic Raw Cacao Powder
To provide nutrients and antioxidants.
Organically grown and fair-traded cacao powder, made from amazonico criollo cacao, grown in the Amazon rainforest of Satipo, Peru. The growers use an age-old system of permaculture to preserve the natural biodiversity in this region. Cacao trees are planted under the native forest canopy along with mango, avocado, coffee and citrus trees, adding distinct nuances to the flavour of this exquisite cacao.
A NUTRITIONAL POWERHOUSE LOADED WITH ANTIOXIDANTS AND SMOOTH FLAVOUR.
FEATURES
Organic cacao powder is made from raw cacao beans, which are ground into a fine powder. Whereas cocoa powder is made from roasted beans, cacao powder is made from raw cacao beans, which typically retain more nutrients due to less processing. It's known for its rich flavour and numerous health benefits. Cacao powder contains up to 2x the amount of antioxidants of traditional cocoa powder made from roasted beans.
This ingredient can be found in our Organic Whey Raw Cacao protein powder here.
Features: Certified Organic | Fair-Trade | Antioxidant rich | Non-GMO | Single Origin Peru
BENEFITS
Cacao powder offers various potential health benefits due to its rich nutritional profile and unique bioactive compounds.
Some of the key benefits of cacao powder include:
- Antioxidant properties: Potent source of antioxidants including flavonoids and polyphenols, which can help neutralise free radicals in the body.
- Mood enhancement: contains specific compounds such as phenylethylamine and anandamide, which can stimulate the production of endorphins and serotonin, the "feel-good" chemicals in the brain. This may contribute to improved mood and a sense of well-being.
- Nutritional content: Cacao powder is a rich source of essential minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc, as well as various B vitamins. These nutrients play vital roles in supporting overall health, including energy production, immune function, and muscle and nerve function.