Raw cocoa Criollo 250g BIO

A rich source of magnesium, calcium, sulphur, zinc, iron, copper, potassium and manganese. Contains polyphenols, antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B9, E, heart-healthy oleic acid, monounsaturated fatty acids.

Antioxidant effects of raw cocoa:

– Cardiovascular health – dilates blood vessels, reduces blood clots, improves circulation, regulates heart rate and blood pressure, lowers bad cholesterol, reduces risk of stroke and heart attacks.
– Protects against environmental and metabolic toxins – repairs damage caused by free radicals and may reduce the risk of certain cancers.
– Neurotransmitters: increases levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, promotes a positive attitude, aids recovery and simply helps you feel good.
– Serotonin – raises serotonin levels in the brain, acting as a natural antidepressant, helps to increase feelings of well-being.
– Endorphins – Stimulates the release of endorphins, creating a pleasurable feeling similar to that experienced by runners after several kilometres of running.
– Phenylethylamine – produced in the brain when a person is in love. It acts as a mild mood suppressant and antidepressant. Improves concentration and increases alertness.
– Anandamine – a ‘bliss chemical’, produced in the brain when we feel great. Cocoa contains both N-acyl ethanolamines, which temporarily increase brain levels of anandamine.
– Magnesium – cocoa is extremely rich in magnesium. Magnesium balances brain chemistry, builds strong bones and helps regulate heartbeat and blood pressure. Magnesium deficiencies are linked to overeating, heart disease, diabetes and joint problems.
– Sulphur – Cocoa is rich in the so-called ‘mineral’ sulphur. Sulphur helps build strong hair and nails, makes skin beautiful, cleanses the liver and supports healthy pancreas function.
– Essential fats: there is a misconception that chocolate makes you fat. The misconception is that chocolate is a misconception – the fats in cocoa butter are healthy fats. Cocoa contains oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat that is good for the heart – also found in olive oil – which can raise good cholesterol levels. Substances in cocoa also help reduce appetite.