Raw Chocolate is chocolate made from cocoa beans that are unroasted, thereby retaining many of the nutrients that are lost in the heat process.
Cacao has been used for thousands of years in Central and South america for its energising and health benefits. In its raw form Cacao contains many nutrients and chemicals that can aid health & well-being
What is in Cacao that can aid health ?
Raw Cacao contains certain Flavonoids which contain free radical fighting Antioxidants. Cacao has one of the highest concentration of Antioxidants found in any food. It is also a rich source of Magnesium, Iron, Omega 6 fatty acids, Tryptophan, Manganese, Phenethylamine, Seratonin, Vitamin A, Vitamin B (1,2,3,5 and 6) Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Copper, Calcium, Zinc, Sulpher, Chromium, Phosphorous, Amino acids, Carbohydrates, Soluable fibre, Enzymes (inc catalase, lipase and amylase) .