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Navitas Naturals Criollo Cacao beans are certified organic, raw, peeled cacao beans, the basic ingredient used by makers of fine chocolate. Ancient Criollo Cacao has been referred as the the "King of Cacao" and are the highest quality variety on the world market today.
Cacao has always been highly valued, its seeds sometimes serving as currency as they did during the Aztec period in Mexico. Often called "food of the gods," cacao contains many chemicals that enhance physical and mental well-being, including alkaloids, proteins, magnesium, beta-carotene, leucine, linoleic acid, lipase, lysine, and some neurotransmitters such as dopamine and anandamide which is the so-called "bliss" chemical associated with the feeling of being in love. It also contains theobromine which is similar to caffeine in its effect.
Cacao is the new-old healthy snack. New, because the nutritive value of cacao is being promoted once again. Old, because for thousands of years civilizations from South America to the Far East have used cacao for its antiseptic, diuretic and soothing properties. Our cacao nibs are easy to eat on their own, or mixed in a drink with fruit, milk and even Maca Power for extra energizing effects. They can also be used to make the best ever chocolate chip ice cream!
Navitas Naturals Cacao are organically cultivated in the Oxapampa region of Peru.
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