Navitas Naturals Cacao Nibs, 8oz, Raw, Organic
Peeled and crumbled from whole cacao beans, Navitas Naturals Cacao Nibs are “nature's chocolate chips."
Crunchy cacao nibs provide pure chocolate flavor and they’re a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Cacao nibs are a tasty snack right out of the bag, or add them to cookies, trail mix, smoothies and ice cream.
They are loaded with Magnesium, Iron, Polyphenols, Flavonols, Antioxidants, Theobromine, and Omega Fatty Acids
Navitas Naturals Cacao Nibs are an Antioxidant Powerhouse! Cacao has been consumed for its invigorating and healthy properties for generations in Mexican, Central and South American cultures.
Like all cacao products, Navitas Naturals Cacao Nibs are loaded with antioxidants.
In fact, cacao is one of the most antioxidant-rich foods on the planet! Cacao also contains fiber and a number of vital minerals - especially magnesium and iron.
An incredibly complex food, cacao also contains unique and potent chemical alkaloids including anandamine, theobromine and phenylethylamine.
Flavanols, theobromine, and other the components found in cacao can lower blood pressure and enhance circulation by promoting the dilation and health of blood vessels.
The antioxidant power of flavonoids and essential minerals and vitamins found in cacao can support healthy heart functioning by lowering blood pressure, improving blood flow, lowering LDL cholesterol, and reducing plaque buildup on artery walls.
Cacao contains fiber that supports digestion while stimulating the body’s production of digestive enzymes.
Navitas Naturals Cacao Nibs contain high levels of antioxidants that protect the body from a buildup of free radicals from sun exposure, pollution, exercise, cigarette smoking, etc.
These free radicals damage healthy body tissue, leading to cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic conditions.
Our bodies need antioxidants to neutralize these free radicals that can damage our cells.
Scientists from Cornell University recently discovered that raw cacao powder contains nearly twice the antioxidants of red wine, and three times the antioxidants found in green tea.
Navitas Naturals is a family-owned green business headquartered in Marin County, California.
They specialize in organic superfoods from around the world, and strive to be the industry leader in this fast-growing category.
Their mission is to provide premium functional foods that increase energy and promote health.
They make it easy for people to experience optimal whole food nutrition.
