Cocoa, as food has a remarkable stimulating properties that comforts and revives our bodies. In the form of nibs, they have a crunchy texture and intense flavor. Cacao nibs are a delightful addition to all kinds of goodies. You can add them to brownie batter, sprinkle it over ice cream, or just use it a trail mix. Cocoa has antioxidants, and minerals like magnesium and iron. Theobroma cacao L. is the scientific name receiving the tree of cacao or Cacaotero tree. Theobroma, in Greek meaning "drink of the gods', cacao comes from the Nahuatl 'cacahualt'. Cacao is a plant native to America that has been prevalent in the world as a raw material used for cultivation in different agro-industry products.
PROCESS
Product obtained from cacao beans, which has been fermented, selected, sun dried and cleaned. Additional features of the process, particle size reduction, reduced humidity, aroma and flavor development.
ORIGIN
In Peru the main production areas are: Jaen, Bagua, Alto Huallaga, Central Huallaga, Satipo, Apurimac River Valley and the Convention.
INGREDIENTS
100% Cacao beans, free from artificial scents, flavors, flavorings or colorings.
COMPOSITION
Cacao contains a rich natural source of antioxidants, and it is also an excellent source of dietary fiber. Furthermore, cacao is known to be one of the major dietary sources of magnesium. It contains an impressive amount of iron and also has many other essential minerals in significant quantities.
Minerals and trace elements: calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus.
Vitamins: A, E, and B vitamins
Theobromine: alkaloid similar to caffeine which acts as a natural stimulant.
Phenyl ethylamine: Substance of the group of endorphins makes an effect similar to amphetamine, e.g. improving mood.
BENEFITS OF COCOA
Properties that improve mood stimulants fight sadness, irritability and anxiety, because it contains caffeine, theobromine, theophylline and anandamide (a compound that activates receptors in the brain that cause pleasure and mental clarity.
Antioxidant properties help fight free radicals, aging and bodily deterioration
Properties reducing, cellulite, soothing, moisturizing and polyphenols (antioxidants) present in cacao help to eliminate fat, so it is used for skin and aesthetic cosmetic treatment called chocolate therapy that involves the application and massage this product on the body
Thanks to its dietary fiber content benefits the intestinal transit
Improves overall cardiovascular function and prevent such problems, thanks to its content of stearic acid (fatty substance)
The content of antioxidant polyphenols, prevents arteriosclerosis and some cancers.
Provides vitamins E, B1 and B2, iron, copper, calcium, chromium and zinc
Provides minerals phosphorus, potassium and magnesium (improves mood of women, especially in the premenstrual period).
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
We recommend eating 28 g / 1 oz. (about 2 tablespoons) Cacao nibs per day. They are easy to eat by themselves or mixed with smoothies, milkshakes, coffee and tea Try the bits with ice cream and desserts.
PRESENTATION
Polyethylene bags of 10 and 20 kg, stored in cardboard boxes for export.
PRECAUTIONS:
None
STORAGE AND STABILITY:
Keep in a cool dry place, away from heat sources. We assure you approximately 24 months of stability, proper storage conditions (hermetically sealed in a cool, dry and dark).
PRODUCTION CAPACITY
Up to 20 tons per month
FORM OF SHIPPING
Travel in most cases by air but not to be a rapidly perishable product can be transported by sea or land.
NOTE:
The information contained in this form is, at our discretion. However, the conditions in which this and any other product are used is beyond our control, we are not responsible for the consequences of its use.