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"Food of the gods," currency to society, health to humanity
Poetry, education, and recipe all on cacao.
Ode To Cacao
"In Chiapas’ fields where Criollo grows,
A treasure blooms where warm sun glows.
Magnesium-rich, the world’s true king,
Supporting life in every spring.
Less than 5 percent, rare and fine,
A taste so sweet, a gift divine.
“The Food of Gods,” its name so pure,
Ancient wisdom, long and sure.
Once a currency, beans held tight,
Buy a rabbit or, in trade, take flight.
A natural lift for joy, serene,
With PEA and anandamide’s gleam.
It boosts the heart, its flow so strong,
Cacao keeps the rhythm, the beat life-long.
With antioxidants, rich and deep,
It fights the years that dare to creep.
Sweeter Criollo, delicate grace,
Hints of fruits and nuts we embrace.
A superfood, with minerals rare,
Iron, calcium, beyond compare.
With butter retained, its texture's smooth,
Low caffeine gives a steady groove.
A ceremonial past, steeped in time,
Cacao connects us, soul sublime.
From ancient lands, this bean we prize,
With health, it lifts both heart and skies."
12 Fun Facts About Cacao
Read the full blog here.
Richest source of magnesium
Less than 5% of global production
Theobroma cacao means “Food of the gods.”
Was used as Mayan and Aztec currency
A natural antidepressant
Boosts cardiovascular health
Rich in antioxidants
Criollo Cacao is sweeter
Superfood status
Cacao butter makes the difference
Low caffeine content
Was used in ceremonial tradition
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Recipe of the Week
Ingredients
Servings: 4
1 ⅓ cups Ceremonial Cacao
2 Organic Banana
2 Organic Avocado
2 cups Organic Blueberries
1 cup Raw Milk
4 tbsp Raw Local Honey
A dash of Organic Vanilla
Instructions
In a double-boiler (bain-marie), melt the finely chopped cacao over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Add all ingredients to a blender
Pour into serving dish
Place in refrigerator for 60 minutes
Enjoy!
