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Organic Raw Cacao Nibs

SKU SU9V3
$9.95
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Medicinally these days, cacao is used to rectify magnesium deficiency, improve cardiovascular function, elevate mood, assist with weight loss (as it is an appetite suppressant) body tonic and as an anti-oxidant to be taken when detoxing, achieving weight loss when there are inflammatory conditions present, etc. Cacao is a good source of phytonutrients, beta-carotene, vitamin C, amino acids such as tryptophan and phenylalanine, omega 6, soluble fibre, calcium, copper, sulphur, potassium and high in magnesium, zinc, and iron (however, only 0% - 40% availability as it is non-heme iron).

Phenylethylamine (PEA) found in raw cacao is a chemical that is produced in our body and released when we fall in love. It also contains enzymes that decrease the breakdown of Anandamide, the chemical released in the body when we feel great, allowing us to stay active in the body for longer and feel good for longer. Cacao beans, nibs and powder contain no sugar and have a fat content lower than most nuts.

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Certified Organic: ACO

Country of Origin: Peru

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