Cacao Ceremony Powder/100% Cacao Full Spectrum Cacao Powder

Our Full Spectrum Cacao Powder differs from our Cacao Powder (AKA Cocoa Powder) in that it is full fat, full flavor and minimally processed.

ChocoVivo Full Spectrum Cacao Powder has not been separated from its natural fat content (40% – 50% natural cacao butter) versus our Cacao Powder (AKA Cocoa Powder) which is cold pressed and separated from the Cacao Butter or fat solids. But the fat content inside cacao contains oleic acid -a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat also found in olive oil- that studies have shown to reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol. 

Our Full-Spectrum Cacao Powder is made by simply stone-grinding Cacao Nibs until they become smooth, pouring out of the grinder as a beautiful, wet waterfall of chocolate. This cacao liquor is then allowed to set and harden. Once solidified, it is ground down into powder form. Or in more simple terms: Chocolate bars ground into powder form. 

Net Wt. 12oz (340g)

Uses: Baking (if a recipe calls for Baking Chocolate), Smoothies, Hot & Cold Drinks, Many of our recipes.

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Why ChocoVivo Cacao?

Our beans are specially fermented for less than 3 days.  This creates less acidity.  Research has shown that less days of fermentation means more flavanols are maintained in the chocolate. Our Full Spectrum Cacao Powder is pleasantly mild. It doesn't taste burnt or acidic, which are signs of raw cacao.

Minimally Fermented > Lower Acid > More Antioxidants

Our beans are organically grown and more than fair-trade.  We are continually working with our grower to protect the region and educate people in their area.

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A few more important reasons for eating cacao nibs:

They are packed with calcium, protein, fiber, zinc, potassium, iron and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B9 and E. 

High in antioxidants – typical serving size of cacao has more antioxidants than blueberries, red wine, and green tea

High levels of essential minerals like magnesium. This mineral is the most deficient in western civilization.  Magnesium helps to promote brain chemistry, build strong bones, and help regulate heartbeat and blood pressure, sulfur, calcium.

Promotes relaxation, and helps us feel good longer. Neurotransmitters like anandamides, known as the “bliss chemical”, are released by the brain when we are feeling great. Cacao contains both N-acylethanolamines, believed to temporarily increase the levels of anandamide in the brain, and enzyme inhibitors that slow its breakdown. 

Cacao is not a low fat food as there is about 40% – 50% natural cacao butter.  But the fat content inside cacao contains oleic acid, a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, also found in olive oil, that may raise good cholesterol.

Cacao inherently has no sugar inside.  We only think of it as candy because of the high levels of sugar that is typically added to store bought chocolate. Our 100% Full Spectrum Cacao Powder has no added sugar. 

So add our Full Spectrum Cacao Powder as a dietary supplement, because this super food has been available for many thousands of years and the historical context to prove it’s worth to the health of the human race. At ChocoVivo, we work hard to ensure our cacao products retain their health benefits.

Ingredients

Cacao Nibs.