What are the health benefits of Cacao?

by The Hare & The Moon Apothecary

Ceremonial Cacao is full of antioxidants called flavanols. Eating foods rich in flavanols has a variety of health benefits for your body, including the following:

  • Heart Protection - many scientific studies show that flavanol-rich foods might help lower your blood pressure and improve the way your blood vessels’ walls function, lowering your risk of heart disease.
  • Improved Digestive Health - cacao contains fibre that bacteria eat to create fatty acid chains. These fatty acids benefit your digestive system. Drinks made with cacao might also increase the number of good bacteria in your gut.
  • Less Stress - research shows that eating dark chocolate can reduce stress, which boosts your overall mental and physical health.
  • Improved Cognitive Function - a specific flavanol in cacao called epicatechin may help with some parts of brain health, including cognition, and blood flow.
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