Cacao comes from raw cacao seeds, the product of a fruit grown on the cacao tree\u00a0(theobroma cacao)<\/em>, which grow naturally in the shade of tropical rainforests in South America and the West Indies.<\/p>\n

Cocoa, a component of chocolate, is derived from cacao, which many researchers dub as\u00a0“one of nature’s most fantastic superfoods.”\u00a0<\/strong>Here are\u00a0just a few<\/span>\u00a0of cacao’s far-reaching health benefits:<\/p>\n

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• Increases blood flow to the brain and enhances brain function<\/li>\n
• Cacao is the\u00a0No. 1 source of magnesium<\/strong>\u00a0of any food. Magnesium balances brain chemistry… builds strong bones… helps regulate heartbeat and blood pressure… helps prevent constipation and even eases minor menstrual cramps.<\/li>\n
• Cacao beans contain certain compounds that can\u00a0trigger weight loss<\/span>, make you\u00a0feel good<\/span>\u00a0and improve your mood considerably.<\/li>\n
• Cacao has more antioxidant flavonoids than any food tested so far\u2014more than blueberries, red wine, and black and green teas.<\/strong><\/li>\n
• Serotonin – Cacao raises the level of serotonin in the brain; thus acts to regulate mood, help with PMS discomfort, and promote a sense of well-being.<\/li>\n
• Endorphins – Cacao stimulates the secretion of endorphins, producing a pleasurable sensation similar to the “runner’s high” a jogger feels after running several miles.<\/li>\n
• Sulfur – Cacao is high in the beauty mineral sulfur. Sulfur builds strong nails and hair, promotes beautiful skin, detoxifies the liver, and supports healthy pancreas functioning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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