Live Superfoods Cacao Beans, Hand Peeled - 16 oz
Live Superfoods Organic Raw Hand-Peeled Cacao BeansLive Superfoods USDA-certified organic raw hand peeled cacao beans are theArriba nacionalvariety, which is highly regarded for its aroma and flavor. Our Arriba nacionalbeans come from Forestero trees. Forastero trees are hardy and disease resistant, which is why they are the source of 70% of the cacao grown today.Arriba nacionalcacao is different from other Forastero beans; possessing a smooth and delicate flavor and a floral aroma that is highly prized by cacao lovers. The raw beans are actually the seeds from the cacao pod. They're protected by a paper-thin shell, which has been removed for you. Many people consider eating chocolate a “guilty pleasure.” But the reputation of chocolate as a junk food should more accurately be attributed to the harmful effects of commercial processing and refining techniques, and the other ingredients commonly added, most notably white sugar. All chocolate is made from the cacao (cocoa) bean, and cacao beans in their natural, unprocessed, unadulterated state are rich in nutrients and beneficial to health.Excellent with lucuma, vanilla powder, agave nectar, yacon syrup and coconut oil.16 oz resealable packageThis product carries the California Prop 65 warning. Not sure what this means?Click here to learn more.Why Unprocessed Chocolate is Good for YouAntioxidants:Cacao has more antioxidant flavonoids than any food tested so far, including blueberries, red wine, and black and green teas. In fact, it has up to four times the quantity of antioxidants found in green tea. Health benefits of these antioxidants include:• Promote cardiovascular health- Help dilate bloods vessels, reduce blood clotting, improve circulation, help