Description

At the Veg.and.Pepper our Organic Cacao Powder is deliciously indulgent and full of flavour.

Sourced from the Criollo region inPeru, this ricn nutrtional superfood is ceremonial grade and free from sugar and additives.

What is Cacao?

Not your everyday Cocoa, Cacao, known by the Aztec’s as the “Food of the Gods” is raw natural dark chocolate in its powdered form. Full of antioxidants, flavonoids and other plant polyphenols.

Cacao contains a varitey of B- Vitamins which contribute to energy metabolism, nervous system function and the reuction of tiredness and fatigue. They also play a role in our psychological function, overall mood & well-being.

Cacao is also rich in a variety of minerals, such as Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, Iron, Phosphorous and Zinc.

It is also one of the highest plant-based sources of magnesium on the planet. This superfood helps to reduce the risks assocaited with cardiovascular health, boosts mood, improve cognitive function and alertness and also helps protect our body’s cells from stress and ageing.

Health Benefits of Cacao

High in Fibre

Good source of Mono-unsaturated fats

• Mono-unsaturated help to reduce the risks associated with heart disease and contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels

Contains a variety of B-vitamins, including 

• Niacin (vitamin B3) which contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
• Riboflavin (vitamin B2) which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress (antioxidant)
• Folate (vitmain B9) which contributes to the normal function of the immune system

Rich in iron, potassium, and zinc

• Great for feeling energised
• Which helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue
• And enhance athletic performance

Great for our cognitive function

Natural mood booster

How to Use:

• Enjoy 1-2Tbsps per day in a warm hot cup of cacao
• Bake into heart healthy brownies
• Add to overnight oats, for a chocolatey power boost
• Sprinkle into smoothies and smoothie bowls