The cacao bean is the source of perhaps the most magical and beloved foods on Earth because it is the source of chocolate. Even the cacao tree's official name, Theobroma cacao, recognizes the long-standing love most of us have for the fruit of this tree. Theobroma comes from the Greek language for "food of the gods." And while chocolate is the most popular and favorite of these foods from the cacao bean, an even healthier choice is raw cacao powder. How Is Cacao Powder Made? To produce raw cacao powder, raw cacao beans are simply cold pressed to remove the fat, and the remaining solids are ground into a fine powder. Cacao vs. Cocoa: What's the Difference? Cacao powder contains all the beneficial nutrients and beneficial compounds of the raw cacao bean minus the fat. In contrast, cocoa powder is made from roasted cacao beans. And even if they look alike, the two are different. In making cocoa powder, up to 90% of the nutrients and beneficial compounds in raw c
In today's video we highlight the health benefits of sulforaphane and explain how this natural chemical can improve your overall health. Sulforaphane is a natural compound found in cruciferous vegetables, especially those in the brassica such as broccoli sprouts, broccoli, radish, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, turnip greens, collard greens, kale and bok choy. Get more of these into your diet to support your liver and help reduce the risk of cancer and many other diseases.
Ryan Taylor
Ryan Taylor
Ryan Taylor
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