You remember when you would only get a small bit of chocolate after dinner, and how many times you were told that chocolate is bad for you? Well, we're here to tell you something different!

Chocolate comes in all kinds of shapes and qualities, and while it is true that heat processed cacao and refined sugar hardly do your body good, raw chocolate made from quality ingredients is a known superfood!

This is also why we choose to only use raw cacao in all our chocolate snacks.

Especially when you eat raw cacao for the first time, you are likely to feel a lot more satiated compared to conventional chocolate products.

Is chocolate a superfood!? 

HERE ARE ONLY SOME OF THE REAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF RAW CACAO:

1. Combats Fatigue

If you are feeling especially exhausted after getting an adequate night’s rest, there is a chance that your magnesium levels are low. Thankfully, raw cacao is an incredibly delicious source of magnesium which will significantly boost your energy levels. Try to boost yourself with some raw-cacao-infused breakfast recipes.

2. Boosts Mood and Improves Mood Swings

Raw cacao is rich in anandamide, often referred to as the bliss molecule, which binds to the cannabinoid receptors in the brain and creates a feeling of ease and happiness. Not only can consuming cacao improve your well-being, but also combats mood swings by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. So next time you are feeling a little down, try some raw truffles as a snack on the go and as an emotional pick-me-up!

3. Gives Your Skin a Glow

Cacao is an incredible ingredient for vibrant and healthy skin due to its flavonoid content that work to increase blood flow to the skin’s surface. The increased blood flow in turn promotes cell regeneration, which is necessary for youthful, healthy and glowing skin.

4. Fights Tooth Decay

Researchers have been conducting experiments which suggest that a component in raw cacao beans called theobromine may actually be more effective at preventing cavities and preventing against tooth decay than chemical compounds found in commercial toothpaste such as fluoride. This is due to theobromine's antibacterial properties that fight against plaque, while also successfully hardening tooth enamel which in turn lessens your chances of tooth decay.

5. Helps You Lose Weight

There have been studies that indicate that raw organic cacao can boost your body’s metabolism by helping to convert fat into energy. Cacao is also high in fibre which keeps your digestive system working – an essential part of removing waste from your body. Its' rich reservoir of flavonoids and natural antioxidants additionally protect your body from build-up toxic substances, which have been found to impede weight loss, so keeping your body as toxin-free as possible is an important part of the weight loss journey. Plus, some studies indicate that raw cacao may also act as an appetite-suppressant, preventing you from eating more than your body needs.

The heart of our vision is to create the most delicious snacking experience that leaves you feeling nourished, so when we discovered the benefits of raw cacao, we just knew that we had to share these recipes with others. Once you discover raw chocolates that taste as good as any gourmet snack and are better-for-you, you will start to see this magical food for what it is- a true superfood that supports health, well-being and joyful living.

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