RAW CACAO - FOCUS, MAGNESIUM + IRON
Raw cacao
Food of the gods
Purella organic raw cacao is a dark brown powder that is suitable for vegans and naturally gluten-free.
Discover raw cacao
Cacao beans are a source of calcium and riboflavin (vitamin B2), which contribute to the maintenance of normal energy metabolism. They also contain a significant amount of potassium, which helps maintain normal nervous system function and muscle function. The product is high in dietary fibre and contains no sugars.
Raw cacao in your diet
Cacao beans are a perfect addition to fruit smoothies, milk-based desserts and baked goods. You can use them to make drinking cacao (although heat treatment may cause it to lose some of its valuable nutrients) or make homemade pudding.
You didn't know this…
For the Maya and Aztecs, cacao beans were such a valuable product that they were used as currency. For example, 100 cacao beans could be exchanged for a turkey or a rabbit. Since the Maya discovered cacao, it was mainly consumed as a drink. It was only when cacao reached Europe in the 16th century that its character changed. Bishop Juan de Zumárraga added sugar to the recipe and changed the history of chocolate forever…