Cocoa Powder - Chai Hot Chocolate
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Cocoa powder is made from fermented cocoa beans, which are then roasted, crushed and finely ground into a hot chocolate blend with added roots of Ashwagandha and Eleuthero. We have also combined cinnamon, ginger, clove, star anise, and cardamom creating a functional "spiced cacao" or "chai hot chocolate" that acts as a nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich, and warming drink. This blend leverages the specific, synergistic health benefits of each ingredient to improve circulation, enhance moods, aid digestion and support immune function.
Here are the key benefits of this combination:
- Immune System Support: Cloves are known as an antioxidant powerhouse, while ginger and cinnamon provide significant antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help protect against sickness.
- Enhanced Digestion and Reduced Bloating: The combination is highly carminative, meaning it aids digestion and helps reduce bloating. Ginger is particularly known for easing nausea and settling the stomach, while cardamom and star anise add to this digestive aid.
- Improved Heart Health and Circulation: Cacao contains flavanols and magnesium that support cardiovascular health. The warming spices, particularly cinnamon and ginger, help boost circulation and improve blood flow.
- Blood Sugar Regulation: Cinnamon helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels and increases insulin sensitivity, making the drink more stable for energy.
- Mood Boosting and Stress Reduction: Cacao contains "bliss molecules" like anandamide and feel-good compounds like phenylethylamine (PEA) that lift mood, while warm spices like cardamom are known to have a calming and relaxing effect on the nervous system.
- Warmth and Vitality: In colder months, these spices are traditionally used to bring heat, energy, and vitality back into the body.
Key Ingredient Roles:
- Cocoa/Cacao: Rich in magnesium, iron, and antioxidants (polyphenols).
- Cinnamon: Regulates blood sugar and reduces inflammation.
- Ginger: Supports digestion, reduces bloating, and offers anti-viral properties.
- Clove: High antioxidant content and anti-inflammatory.
- Cardamom: Aids digestion and acts as a respiratory aid.
- Star Anise: Provides respiratory support and helps with circulation
- Ashwagandha root: reducing stress and anxiety by lowering cortisol levels. It supports improved sleep quality, boosts cognitive function, increases muscle strength and recovery, and may enhance male fertility and sexual function.
- Eleuthero root: historically known as Siberian ginseng, is used to improve stress resilience, stamina and immune function.
Heat up some milk and add 2 teaspoons of Cocoa powder chai mix, sit back and feel the warmth, stimulation and relaxation of a healthy and ancient drink sink inwards to destress your body and strengthen your system. Add honey if desired.
30-gram bag.
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