Is fermented cacao good for you?

Is fermented cacao good for you?

Generally, raw cacao products — made from fermented, dried, unroasted cacao beans — are less processed and healthier. Still, standard dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa is a good source of beneficial antioxidants and minerals.

What is the healthiest cacao bean?

Best Cacao Nibs

• Most Versatile. Viva Naturals Organic Cacao Nibs. Organic & Versatile.
• Highest Quality. Terrasoul Superfoods Raw Organic Cacao Nibs. Keto-Friendly & Fermented.
• Best Overall. Navitas Organics Cacao Nibs. Organic & Fair Trade.
• Best Superfood. Healthworks Cacao Nibs. Sustainably Harvested Chocolatey Goodness.

What is cacao wafers?

Cacao Wafers are little disks of 100% pure cacao, made by slow grinding and tempering our organic cacao beans for over 24 hours to form a smooth, rich wafer. Use to make amazing DIY chocolate bars, decadent hot chocolate or by the handful for serious chocoholics.

Are fermented cacao nibs good for you?

Cacao nibs are still part of a cocoa bean, but the fact that they are unprocessed has given them the title of a superfood. No unhealthy additives mean the nutrients of the natural cocoa bean are preserved. Some of their superpowers are attributed to their abundant amounts of antioxidants, fiber, iron, and magnesium.

How much cacao should you have a day?

Cacao is very powerful on the central nervous system and eating large quantities can interfere with calcium retention. Don’t consume more than 40 grams (or four to six heaped teaspoons) of raw cacao a day.

Can you eat raw cacao beans?

Raw cacao is the purest form of chocolate one can consume. Whether consumed in powder form, as cacao nibs or cacao beans, it is far less processed than its heated and treated cocoa counterpart.

How do you use cacao wafers?

How to use Cacao Wafers. Enjoy the intensity of 100% cacao by letting them sit on your tongue and melt into your mouth slowly or by pairing with honey. These wafers are perfect for creating your own chocolate bars; try adding Cacao Nibs or Sacha Inchi for an extra crunchy treat.

How do you eat Macambo beans?

These beans are addictively satisfying as a snack straight out of the jar! A small handful of macambo is all you need for a sustained energy boost. Feel free to crumble them on top of salads, add them to stir-fries, mix them into a homemade granola, and blend them into creamy elixir drinks.

What do you do with fermented cacao nibs?

HIGHLY ANTIOXIDANT: Like dark chocolate, our nibs contain antioxidants, but without the added sugar, so toss some of these fermented cacao nibs into your smoothie, or even use them for baking. TURN INTO CACAO BUTTER: Try making raw cacao powder or raw cacao butter with our chocolate nibs!