Benefits of Ceremonial Grade Cacao
Cacao supports positive mood, sustained energy, nervous system balance, and heart health.
In addition to being a delicious beverage, Ceremonial Cacao is a superfood with a wide array of health benefits. Its scientific name, Theobroma Cacao, translates to “Food of the Gods”, and has been a highly revered food for thousands of years, particularly in ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures.
The main compound in cacao that provides gentle energy and feelings of heart-expansion is Theobromine. Theobromine is the cousin of caffeine, and activates the cardiovascular system rather than the nervous system. This is why cacao is said to be “heart-opening”.
Theobromine
Gives gentle, sustained energy without the jitters of caffeine
Improves focus and mental clarity
Improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure
Cacao is among the highest natural sources of antioxidants (more than açai!) and magnesium in the world,
as well as a rich, plant-based source of iron and B vitamins.
Magnesium
Calms the nervous system
Supports steady energy & female hormonal balance
Supports muscle relaxation and heart health
Antioxidants (Flavanols & Polyphenols)
Flavanols improve oxygen circulation to the brain and heart
Polyphenols are anti-inflammatory and neutralize oxidative stress
Most cocoa products are processed using high heat, stripping away nearly all of cacao’s naturally occurring antioxidants. Our gentle processing preserves cacao’s antioxidants and naturally occurring aromatic compounds—the subtle notes that give ceremonial cacao its vibrant, heart-opening character.
The Serotonin Effect
Cacao contains a cocktail of mood-boosting compounds that work synergistically to create a “serotonin effect”.
Cacao contains the building blocks to serotonin & the keys to unlock serotonin that’s already stored in the body (primarily L-tryptophan)
MAO inhibitors in cacao slow down the rate at which your brain breaks down serotonin and dopamine, allowing serotonin to circulate in your system for longer, extending the feelings of calm and well-being
Cacao contains neurotransmitters of the “feel good” neurotransmitters, primarily anandamide (“the bliss molecule”) and PEA (“the love molecule”).
