HEIRLOOM CACAO BY ANIMA MUNDI

• Antioxidant* [R, R]
• Mineral rich: high in iron, magnesium, and calcium* [R]
• May improve cardiovascular health* [R]
• May increase "bliss chemicals" - serotonin, tryptophan,  tyrosine and phenylethylamine - and help alleviate depression* [R, R]

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

Cacao (Theobroma cacao) Seed Powder*

*Organic, grown in Ecuador.

Theobromine = “Food of the Gods”
The name "theobromine" comes from the word "Theobroma" as the name of the genus of the cacao tree (which itself is made up of the Greek roots theo ("God") and brosi ("food"), meaning "food of the gods".
 
Let’s take it a step further beyond ‘feel good’ to a state of Euphoria and bliss. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid found in cacao, as well as a number of other foods, including the leaves of the tea plant, and kola nuts. Theobromine has been studied to have “anti-aging” benefits, as it reduces blood pressure, supports against oxidative damage, cardio-protective, raises HDL levels (good cholesterol), protects the brain, anti-inflammatory, and more. 
 
MINIMAL CAFFEINE CONTENT

Cacao’s minimal caffeine content is often confused with a similar alkaloid, theobromine. Caffeine is said to be a nervous system stimulant, whereas theobromine is a cardiovascular stimulant, increasing heart function and blood flow and has about one quarter the stimulating power of caffeine. Cacao contains about twice as much theobromine as caffeine.
 
Phenylethylamine (PEA), is a neurotransmitter produced naturally in the body when we fall in love. It is contained in high amounts in raw Cacao. PEA is heat-sensitive and is only present in unroasted, uncooked, raw Cacao. 
 
Anandamide is a neurotransmitter that has been isolated in Cacao, and is released naturally in the brain when we are feeling happy. Aside from containing Anandamide, Cacao also contains enzyme inhibitors, which inhibit the breakdown of anandamide in the body, thus increasing its uptake and contributing to sensations of ‘bliss’ associated with raw Cacao. In Sanskrit, Ananda means ‘bliss’, making this the ‘bliss chemical’.
 
For those of you with a busy schedule, or prone to stress, or simply in need of a restorative + creative boost, raw cacao is your ally. Because of its vasodilating properties, (the ability to widen blood vessels and improve circulation), it lowers your blood pressure, becoming a relaxing, soothing, cardio + brain protective, longevity medicine. Its highly nutritious makeup, along with the calming effects of magnesium, and tryptophan, and the euphoric-heart centered energy of PEA (phenylethylamine) and anandamide makes for an exquisite sleep remedy. 

Add 1Tbsp into your choice of beverage, or food. An excellent addition to coffee, matcha, chai, smoothies, juices and beyond!

Alternatively add 1Tbsp to warm plant milk, add sweeter of choice.

6oz (170g)

Serving Size: 1Tbsp

Servings per Container: 29

Store away from heat & light.