At the recommendation of my pharmacist, I replaced hot coffee daily with hot cacao. My gut has truly begun healing since this change. I am very satisfied with the product. As with any habit change, I still wanted coffee, so I 'rewarded' myself with one cup a week. I have grown so accustomed to the cacao that I eventually took my coffee pot out of my kitchen because it simply wasn't as good at my hot cacao.
Since I use this product daily, I fill a canister next to my hot water pot and prepare from it while leaving the bag in the cabinet...similar to how I use flour. That way if the zip lock fails on the bag, it's really not a big deal.
Cacao powder is made from fermented beans that have not been roasted. They are processed at low temperatures and then milled into a powder. The result is a powder that's bitter in taste and higher in nutritional content. Cocoa powder on the other hand is made from beans that are both fermented and roasted, and then processed at a much higher temperature. The result is a less bitter, slightly darker powder that has lost some of its nutritional value. Cocoa powder generally has additives (dairy & sugar) to make the taste more amenable. This cacao product has no added dairy or sugar, although I do add liquid stevia to my cup.
If you need caffeine free...this is not the product for you. All cacao beans contain some amount of naturally occurring caffeine. The caffeine content in cacao is significantly lower than what you'd get from a cup of coffee. Here's what you can expect from Cacao Powder: Cacao Powder = 6.6mg of caffeine per 1 teaspoon of powder. And for a little perspective: Coffee; 1 cup brewed: 80-135mg; Coffee; 1 cup drip: 115-175mg; Coffee; 1 shot espresso: 75-100mg; Black tea; 1 cup steeped: 49-90mg; Matcha tea; 1 cup brewed: 45-60mg; Green tea; 1 cup steeped: 20-45mg
With regard to the warning label on the product bag: The presence of heavy metals (cadmium; lead) depends upon the origin of the product, the nutrient content of the soil and the age of the plant. The cacao plant (as with any other plant) absorbs nutrients from the soil. So metals are not added ingredients to the product, they are part of the naturally occurring process IF they are present in the soil. Their levels of concentration depend upon where the product was grown and the age of the plants that produced the cacao beans. This information is true about cocoa/cacao even if a standard warning label does not appear on the packaging.
I have purchased this product six times and am quite happy with its quality. Hope this information has been helpful.
BetterBody Foods Organic Cacao Powder, Rich Chocolate Flavor, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Cocoa, 16 ounce, 1 lb bag
4.7 | 17,581 ratings
Price: 12.27
Last update: 11-01-2024
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Less fat & fewer calories: Chocolate is a staple in most households, but it can make people feel guilty because it is often associated with candy and sugary treats. Our Organic Cacao Powder provides you with a better-for-you alternative to regular chocolate. Our chocolate has the same great flavor as ordinary cocoa with the added benefits of organic cacao and less guilt
Best tasting cacao powder: Who doesn’t love indulging in a chocolate treat every once in a while. Our Organic Cacao Powder may seem like an unlikely contender when compared to the powdered cocoa you’re used to, but think again. It can be used as a substitute for ordinary chocolate powder in nearly any dish. It is the smart way to get your chocolate fix
Organic Chocolate: Our Organic Cacao Powder can give you a boost of nutrients in each serving. This cacao powder is a great addition to any post-workout routine and can be used alongside the protein powder that you already use. This product comes in a 16 oz. bag and is USDA organic, non-GMO, and kosher certified. Oh, and it's also gluten-free
Simple Ingredients: We made Organic Cacao Powder with one simple ingredient—organic cacao from Peru. No more confusing labels or hard-to-pronounce ingredients. With our cacao powder, you're getting the real deal and nothing else!
Blend, Bake, or Shake: Kick cocoa to the curb and try cooking and baking with our Organic Cacao Powder. Mix into baked goods like bread, pancakes, waffles, cakes, and cookies to add a great chocolatey flavor. You can also blend it into breakfast smoothies and other tasty drinks. Great for men and women who are chocolate lovers. The possibilities are endless
Best tasting cacao powder: Who doesn’t love indulging in a chocolate treat every once in a while. Our Organic Cacao Powder may seem like an unlikely contender when compared to the powdered cocoa you’re used to, but think again. It can be used as a substitute for ordinary chocolate powder in nearly any dish. It is the smart way to get your chocolate fix
Organic Chocolate: Our Organic Cacao Powder can give you a boost of nutrients in each serving. This cacao powder is a great addition to any post-workout routine and can be used alongside the protein powder that you already use. This product comes in a 16 oz. bag and is USDA organic, non-GMO, and kosher certified. Oh, and it's also gluten-free
Simple Ingredients: We made Organic Cacao Powder with one simple ingredient—organic cacao from Peru. No more confusing labels or hard-to-pronounce ingredients. With our cacao powder, you're getting the real deal and nothing else!
Blend, Bake, or Shake: Kick cocoa to the curb and try cooking and baking with our Organic Cacao Powder. Mix into baked goods like bread, pancakes, waffles, cakes, and cookies to add a great chocolatey flavor. You can also blend it into breakfast smoothies and other tasty drinks. Great for men and women who are chocolate lovers. The possibilities are endless
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Cacao Chocolate Raspberry SmoothieDark, sweet, and creamy with a hint of raspberry, this chocolate smoothie will satisfy even the fiercest of chocolate cravings. Made with BetterBody Foods Cacao, this makes for the perfect on-the-go breakfasts or snacks. |
Organic Cacao PowderImagine if chocolate also provided you with a nutritious mix of antioxidants, fiber, and protein. Well, you don’t have to imagine it as BetterBody Foods Organic Cacao has it all. Perfect for smoothies, cakes, chocolate sauces, and more. |
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Victoria S
Great product!
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Victoria S
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024
Since I use this product daily, I fill a canister next to my hot water pot and prepare from it while leaving the bag in the cabinet...similar to how I use flour. That way if the zip lock fails on the bag, it's really not a big deal.
Cacao powder is made from fermented beans that have not been roasted. They are processed at low temperatures and then milled into a powder. The result is a powder that's bitter in taste and higher in nutritional content. Cocoa powder on the other hand is made from beans that are both fermented and roasted, and then processed at a much higher temperature. The result is a less bitter, slightly darker powder that has lost some of its nutritional value. Cocoa powder generally has additives (dairy & sugar) to make the taste more amenable. This cacao product has no added dairy or sugar, although I do add liquid stevia to my cup.
If you need caffeine free...this is not the product for you. All cacao beans contain some amount of naturally occurring caffeine. The caffeine content in cacao is significantly lower than what you'd get from a cup of coffee. Here's what you can expect from Cacao Powder: Cacao Powder = 6.6mg of caffeine per 1 teaspoon of powder. And for a little perspective: Coffee; 1 cup brewed: 80-135mg; Coffee; 1 cup drip: 115-175mg; Coffee; 1 shot espresso: 75-100mg; Black tea; 1 cup steeped: 49-90mg; Matcha tea; 1 cup brewed: 45-60mg; Green tea; 1 cup steeped: 20-45mg
With regard to the warning label on the product bag: The presence of heavy metals (cadmium; lead) depends upon the origin of the product, the nutrient content of the soil and the age of the plant. The cacao plant (as with any other plant) absorbs nutrients from the soil. So metals are not added ingredients to the product, they are part of the naturally occurring process IF they are present in the soil. Their levels of concentration depend upon where the product was grown and the age of the plants that produced the cacao beans. This information is true about cocoa/cacao even if a standard warning label does not appear on the packaging.
I have purchased this product six times and am quite happy with its quality. Hope this information has been helpful.
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