Quality Heat Sealed Resealable Clear Pouch. Packed in a clear food grade sealed bag. Raw Cocoa Beans / Cacao Beans. Must wash before consumption. The highest graded, single origin, Arriba (also known as Nacional) Ecuadorian Cacao Beans are one of the few fine aromatic beans in the world. Chocolate makers prefer this high-quality cacao bean due to its superior and strong, unique aroma, prized for its rich and smooth flavor. Our beans are fermented under the equatorial sun, then washed and dried with warm air. We choose to maintain its natural flavor and highest antioxidant properties. The beans are rich in magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, manganese and potassium, and are a good source of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C, E, and pantothenic acid. These cocoa beans are entirely raw, not processed in any way. Nothing has been added to them be it preservatives or additives. This is 100% natural raw cocoa beans. It has been hand sorted; only the best will do. This is top grade, Grade A cocoa beans. Cocoa beans are not only used to make chocolate, but they can also be processed into various products. Cocoa beans in its raw state contain magnesium, protein, vitamins B1, B2, B3, vitamin E, Fibre, Oleic acid which is monounsaturated fat, anti-oxidants, and many more essential minerals. It’s the seed/nibs inside the husk/shell of the cocoa beans that are used in the making of chocolate and other products. So when you finish taking the nibs out, don’t throw the husk away. You can add the nibs to smoothies, yogurts, cereals, use crushed chocolate nibs in cakes, cookies, ice-cream instead of chocolate chips, or ultimately make your own chocolate, the possibilities are endless. Cocoa nibs in its own has a bitter and nutty flavor with great aroma, lightly roasting the beans brings out the taste and the best smell. The highest graded, single source, Arriba (also known as Nacional) Ecuadorian Co coa Beans are one of the few fine aromatic beans in the world. Chocolate makers prefer this high-quality cocoa bean due to its superior and strong, unique aroma, prized for its rich and smooth flavor. Our beans are never heated above the temperature s that occur naturally during the fermentation process. Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Non-GMO, Fairly Traded. Certified Organic by Kiwa BCS Öko-Garantie. Properties of Raw Cacao. Magnesium is the primary mineral missing when heart problems occur. Magnesium increases the overall vigor of the heart muscle. This mineral also decreases blood coagulation thus lowering blood pressure and helping the heart pump more effectively. Cacao, of course, is a fantastic food source of heart-supporting magnesium. According to research cited in The New York Times, fresh cacao beans are super-rich in antioxidant flavonols. Cacao beans contain 10,000 milligrams (10 grams) per 100 grams of flavonol antioxidants. 10% antioxidant concentration level! Cacao is one of the most abundant sources of antioxidants of any food. Cacao is an excellent source of serotonin, dopamine, and phenylethylamine, three well-studied neurotransmitters, which help alleviate depression and are associated with feelings of wellbeing. Cacao contains monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO Inhibitors) that improve our mood because they allow serotonin and dopamine to remain in the bloodstream longer without being broken down. Cacao contains anandamide which delivers pleasant feelings. Cacao also contains B vitamins, which are associated with brain health. Cacao contains significant quantities of the amino acid tryptophan which is yet another powerful mood-enhancing nutrient. All this makes cacao a natural Anti-Depressant! Lose weight, eat chocolate! Anyone who eats chocolate knows that it diminishes appetite. There is evidence indicating MAOIs also decrease appetite. There is no scientific evidence to implicate chocolate consumption with obesity. In fact, the reverse seems to be the case. Eating cacao helps one to lose weight by allowing you to eat less. Caffeine, flavonoids, phenylethylamine, anandamide, magnesium, sulfur, oleic acid, theobromine, tryptophan. Cacao beans and nibs contain more flavonoid antioxidants than most other vegetables and fruits, with up to four times as many rich, strong antioxidants as green tea. Eaten raw-as is, or roasted, brewed, and powdered into tea. Used abundantly in food and other consumables. Sometimes found in extract form. HOW TO USE RAW CACAO BEANS. Cacao Beans have a strong dark bitter chocolate flavor. You can eat them whole – plain or dipped. They can be ground into a rich dark powder using a coffee grinder to make raw. Desserts of all kinds. Blend them into your favorite smoothies or and them to a trail/snack mix. With Goji berries and raisins. The skins are edible, so you don’t need to peel them first. The recommended daily intake is 5 to 20 whole beans. We are a small business that never sacrifices quality for the price. Our primary goal is to hear from you on how well our products are working out for each valued customer. Monday through Friday from 7 a. To 5:30 P. We guarantee that your issue will be solved quickly. To see if this listing qualifies for a promotion. Kindly look at the main picture. If you don’t see anything in big bold letters that only means that this listing does NOT have a promotion at this time. Here’s how promotions work if we’re running a promotion. Aroma Depot offers several promotions such as. (Must add 2 to cart). (Must add 3 to cart). (Must add 5 to cart). A total of 5 items must be in the cart. The system will only charge you for three items and the other two become FREE. If you added three pieces to the cart, you would only receive three pieces. Follow the rules NO EXCEPTIONS. 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- Country/Region of Manufacture: Ecuador
- Custom Bundle: No
- Formulation: Beans
- Features: Organic
- Active Ingredients: Cocoa
- Non-Domestic Product: No
- Modified Item: No
- Brand: Aroma Depot