Bundle Pack – Organic Raw Cacao Powder + Organic Raw Cacao Nibs

The RAWGANIQ™ Difference

Our Organic raw cacao nibs have been produced from the delicious Criollo variety of cacao pods, harvested in the pristine Mantaro Valley of Peru.

• Certified organic to both USDA/NOP and EU standards (view certificates)
• We directly import from the fresh water farms of our grower, thus reducing handling and minimizing nutrient loss
• Packed and processed in FDA-approved, GMP and HACCP-certified facility (view certificate)
• Vacuum packed for freshness
• Lab analysis to ensure your safety (Click “lab analysis” tab to learn more)

Our Organic raw cacao powder is made from the highest quality hand selected Peruvian cacao beans. After undergoing a partial fermentation process to remove bitterness, the antioxidant rich cacao fiber is low-temperature separated away from the fragrant cacao butter without the use of solvents or chemicals. The cacao cake is finely milled at low-temperature into our cacao powder, to protect the nutrients and flavor.

• Certified organic to both USDA/NOP and EU standards (view certificates)
• Low heat (below 47°C)
• No solvents or chemicals
• We directly import from our “on-farm” agricultural partners, and thus can ensure proper and minimal processing and handling, for highest quality
• Imported under legally registered FDA licence (view certificate)
• Packed and processed in FDA-approved, GMP and HACCP-certified facility (view certificate)
• Vacuum packed for freshness
• Lab analysis to ensure your safety (Click “lab analysis” tab to learn more)

Description

Spirulina grows in microscopic spirals, which tend to stick together, making it easy to harvest. It has an intense blue-green color, but a relatively mild taste. Aside from supplements, Spirulina is also used as a color additive in various foods. Spirulina contains significant amounts of calcium, niacin, potassium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron, as well as the essential amino acids (the building blocks of proteins).

From a calorie point of view, Spirulina nutrition provides approximately 60 calories per tablespoon, primarily from the protein content. A tablespoon of spirulina contains a small amount of fat (approx. 1g) that comprises both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in about a 1.5:1 ratio.

The cacao tree requires protection from wind and needs a lot of shade with plentiful water supply. It bears a fruit that are called pods and are differing hues of yellow and orange when ripe. Because the tree is of shallow root structure, it is not sturdy enough for climbing and so many of these pods are picked by using long poles with knives on the end. A typical pod releases 20-50 beans. These beans possess a type of slimy covering which is left covered to ferment for a few days. The fermentation allows some of the bitterness to be removed from the inner bean.  Once fermented, the beans are dried.

Health Benefits Raw Cacao Nibs:

Cacao is a hugely beneficial ingredient for human health, due to the significant levels of polyphenols and flavanols (antioxidants) contained within its natural form. Raw cacao nibs are an excellent source of monounsaturated fats, cholesterol-free saturated fats, vitamins, minerals, fiber, natural carbohydrates, and protein that make it an excellent source of nutrients.

• Nutritionally dense food, including protein, fat, certain B-vitamins and minerals such as calcium, sulfur, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and copper.
• May help to improve mood
• May help to improve alertness
• May naturally regulate blood sugar levels
• May support cardiovascular health, due to ability to reduce oxidation

Health Benefits Cacao:

• Nutritionally dense food, including protein, fat, certain B-vitamins and minerals such as calcium, sulfur, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and copper.
• May help to improve mood
• May help to improve alertness
• May naturally regulate blood sugar levels
• May support cardiovascular health, due to ability to reduce oxidation

How to Use Cacao:

• Cacao powder can be used in instant cocoas, chocolates, desserts, home-baking
• Mix into smoothies, kefir yoghurt, cottage cheese or in raw desserts
• Replace cocoa in hot chocolate beverages
• Add into oatmeal, parfaits, salads and puddings.
• Use to make chocolate

References:                          

http://whfoods.com
http://authoritynutrition.com
http://draxe. com
https://nutritionfacts.org