CaCao

Cacao is (or should be) the main ingredient to any kind of chocolate. Cacao gives chocolate its rich, bold flavor and dark color. The more cacao used in the chocolate the stronger the flavor. The Cacao bean was shown to be eaten by indigenous Central American tribes as far back as the Olmecs. The bean is really a fruit which is broken into  two parts, the seed and the butter. The seeds are what is ground up to make cacao powder, which is then used to make chocolate, while the butter is processed differently and can be made into a skin moisturizer among other things. Aside from its special taste and history, Cacao has a great amount of vital nutrients.

Cacao has amazing positive effects on blood pressure and the circulatory system. The flavonoids  found in cacao raises beneficial cholesterol while preventing platelet build up. They also strengthen  and protect the heart. Cacao helps in treating asthma as well, by opening up the bronchial tubes and relaxing bronchial spasms. The flavonoids in cacao are also mood enhancing and will help fight fatigue. Cacao also has more than enough of your daily fiber needs which makes it very useful in relieving constipation. Due to its high mineral content Cacao has been shown to cure copper and magnesium deficiencies.

Cacao is honestly loaded with minerals. It has high amounts of, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper and Manganese. 16.9 grams of protein makes cacao a great workout supplement and it has 28.5 grams of fiber keeping your bowel movements regular!