June 8th, 2010

Organic Cacao Nibs

Organic Cacao Nibs

Organic Food – The Naked Truth

About one fourth of Americans purchase organic food on a regular basis. You hear about it all over the place: it's in commercials, magazines, restaurants, and grocery stores. With all of the processed and unhealthy foods out there, it's difficult to eat healthy. When you use organic products you're eating food that's natural, better for you, and better for the environment. Here is a simple guide to this newest trend in food:

Organic food is grown without artificial fertilizers, synthetic pesticides, biotechnology, or irradiation. Animal foods that are organic have been fed organic feed and haven't been given synthetic growth hormones in order to increase their size. They're also allowed to roam more than other animals who are kept on farms that aren't deemed organic.

Research has shown that this type of food has better nutritional value for you. This is because vitamins and antioxidants are saved by refraining from the use of harmful pesticides and fertilizers. These agents aren't meant to be eaten and certainly aren't good for us.

Since organic foods are grown without harmful chemicals, the soil is much richer which helps the plants grow and puts a stop to a lot of erosion. The groundwater is also kept cleaner which means the pesticides won't be so abundant in our water.

Pregnant women and children are especially susceptible to sickness and disease. Eating this type of health foods that hasn't been polluted, will contribute to keeping their immune systems strong.

The environment also benefits from the growth of anti aging food. First, farming organically uses approximately fifty percent less energy. Toxins and pollutants aren't being used and restrictions are closely monitored by the United States Department of Agriculture. Our environment benefits from this as well.

If you've been to the store lately, you know that organic food is pretty pricey compared to the regular food on the shelves. Some estimates have shown that it's up to fifty percent higher. Though it is expensive, it's worth it if you can afford it. If you can't afford it all the time, splurge when you can. Some of the more affected foods which ought to be bought organic include specific fruits and veggies (considered to be fragile) because they need more pesticides thus adding to those you ingest. So all the fuss you've heard over this fresher, healthier type of food is legitimate. If you want to eat healthier and help the environment then organic is the way to go.

Raw Chocolate "Cheesecake" using Cacao Nibs


Navitas Naturals Organic Cacao Power SWEET NIBS Sweetened Cacao Chips Mayan Antioxidants Power Superfood - 8 oz. Resealable Bag
Navitas Naturals Organic Cacao Power SWEET NIBS Sweetened Cacao Chips Mayan Antioxidants Power Superfood - 8 oz. Resealable Bag
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Navitas Naturals Sweet Cacao Nibs are partially ground cacao beans (the source of all chocolate products) taken to the next delicious step. These nibs are rolled into our delectable raw cacao liquor, and then lightly mixed with 100% organic sugar cane juice -- a combo that may just become your favorite cacao treat of all. This crunchy, sweet, all natural chocolate product is reminiscent of a chocolate-coated coffee bean, but even better! With a treat this healthful and invigorating, it doesn't take much imagination to understand why ancient Mayan cultures crowned cacao "The Food of the Gods." Add in the soaring levels of antioxidants, as well as trace minerals like magnesium and iron, and you can feel good in every way about enjoying this superfood. Source and ProcessingNavitas Naturals cacao beans are hand selected for quality, partially fermented to alleviate bitterness, and processed at low temperatures for maximum nutrient retention. Once extracted from the pod-like fruit, purified water is used to cleanse the beans. These whole beans are peeled and partially ground to form small pieces or "nibs," which are then rolled in our raw cacao liquor and sugar cane juice to create the ultimate chocolate experience. Navitas Naturals Sweet Cacao Nibs contain 100% organic ingredients that are kosher, gluten-free, vegan, and raw.

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  • Power food for modern lifestyle
Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Chocolate Powder, Cacao Power, Mayan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch (Pack of 2)
Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Chocolate Powder, Cacao Power, Mayan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch (Pack of 2)
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King of cacao. Raw chocolate - the new red wine. Cacao is increasingly being consumed for its nutritive and health enhancing properties as it has been in many cultures for thousands of years. Cocoa beans (theobroma cacao/raw chocolate) are the source for all chocolate and cocoa products. Our certified organic, raw cacao is the premium criollo variety. Theobroma literally means food of the goods - so called from the goodness of the seeds and Mexican named the pounded seeds chocolate cacao is increasingly being consumed for its nutritive and health-enhancing properties, as it has been in many cultures for thousands of years. Cacao contains many chemicals that enhance physician and mental well-being, including an incredibly rich supply of magnesium. Other essential minerals present in Cacao are calcium, zinc, iron, copper and potassium. Cacao also contains more antioxidant flavonoids than red wine, green tea and blueberries. Navitas Naturals vegan cacao nibs are unprocessed, certified organic, raw, peeled cacao beans. Our premium cacao beans come directly from the farmers who cultivate them. These farmers grow their crops on their own land, using sustainable methods that have been used for generations. These cacao beans are guaranteed to be free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides. USDA organic. Certified organic by Skal International. Imported form Peru. Packed in the USA.

Features

  • Pack of 2 (total 32 oz)
  • Made from pure, 100% natural cacao powder
  • Certified organic, vegan; a good source of minerals such as magnesium, iron, copper, and calcium
  • Mix into chocolate ice cream, smoothies, or yogurt; an antioxidant-rich supplement with antiseptic, diuretic and soothing properties
  • Navitas Naturals products come directly from the farmers who cultivate them and are free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides
Bali Truly Raw Cacao Nibs, Organic, Raw, 16oz - Big Tree Farms
Bali Truly Raw Cacao Nibs, Organic, Raw, 16oz - Big Tree Farms
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Raw cacao nibs, organic is a treasure of vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene, zinc, chromium and magnesium. Raw chocolate is a delight for the senses and food for the mind. New research has shown cacao contains more antioxidant flavonoids than blueberries, red wine and green tea. We use only the premium criollo variety of cacao.

Features

  • 16-ounce pouch of organic raw cacao nibs
  • Made from pure, 100% natural raw cacao nibs
  • Certified organic, vegan; a good source of minerals such as magnesium, iron, copper, and calcium
  • Mix into chocolate ice cream, smoothies, or yogurt; an antioxidant-rich supplement with antiseptic,
  • Navitas Naturals products come directly from the farmers who cultivate them and are free of heavy me
Kristen Suzanne's ULTIMATE Raw Vegan Chocolate Recipes: Fast & Easy, Sweet & Savory Raw Chocolate Recipes Using Raw Chocolate Powder, Raw Cacao Nibs, and Raw Cacao Butter
Kristen Suzanne's ULTIMATE Raw Vegan Chocolate Recipes: Fast & Easy, Sweet & Savory Raw Chocolate Recipes Using Raw Chocolate Powder, Raw Cacao Nibs, and Raw Cacao Butter
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Mounting evidence has shown that heat destroys many of the nutrients found in raw, living food, rendering it harder to digest and nutritionally diminished. Raw food is catching on! From Hollywood stars with personal chefs, to a host of chic new Manhattan restaurants, the Raw Food movement is sweeping the country as people learn about the dramatic health benefits derived by eating a vegan diet in which food is never heated above 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Eating the world's healthiest food and enjoying lavishly indulgent and decadent food are not mutually exclusive! Why not? Because RAW CHOCOLATE is one of nature's most amazing superfoods! This book is the ultimate introduction to chocolate in its most pure, natural form. Using raw, dark chocolate (also called "raw cacao nibs"), raw chocolate powder, raw cacao butter, and raw cacao liquor, Kristen has released this much-anticipated collection of her favorite chocolate-based recipes -- both sweet and savory -- that is certain to make you look at this amazing ingredient in an entirely new way and open a whole new dimension in your enjoyment of delicious food. 59 Raw Vegan Recipes: - 30 Chocolate Desserts - 11 Chocolate Beverages - 11 Chocolate Snacks, Soup, Salad Dressing, Crackers & Breakfast - A "Raw Basics" appendix (with 7 "must have" basic recipes) for people who are new to Raw food. - Raw Resources Section NOTE: This book is black and white, so does not contain photographs of recipes. It provides links to color photographs at Kristen Suzanne's Web site, KristensRaw.com.

Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berry, Cacao Nibs And Raw Cashews Trail Mix Trail Power, 16-Ounce Bag
Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berry, Cacao Nibs And Raw Cashews Trail Mix Trail Power, 16-Ounce Bag
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Trail mix was invented by ancient nomads who were experts at creating portable, high-energy snacks that withstood weather and did not need cooking. This bag contains 100% pure goji berries, cacao nibs and raw cashews that are certified organic, kosher and vegan. This antioxidant and nutrient-rich combination will delight you by giving you energy throughout the day or during your next outdoor activity. The health benefits afforded by snacking on this nutritious blend are superior to eating any of these power foods alone. Navitas Naturals’ mission is to provide premium organic power foods that increase energy and enhance health. Our products are of the highest quality, sourced directly from farmers, cultivated sustainably and in accordance with fair trade practices. Blended and Packed in USA

Features

  • Certified Organic, Kosher, Vegan and Raw.
  • Nutritious blend of the finest superfoods and superfruits including: Goji Berry, Cacao and Cashews.
  • Antioxidants, Trace Minerals and Vitamin A.
  • Dietary Fiber, Iron and Protein
  • Navitas Naturals products come directly from the farmers who cultivate them and are free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides.
100% Organic Cacao Nibs 16oz
100% Organic Cacao Nibs 16oz
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16 oz resealable bag. Venezuela is renowned for having the worlds best cacao. Venezuelan origin varieties such as Chuao and Porcelana can sell for 5 to 10 times the prices of regular cacaos and make the worlds most expensive chocolates. Treat your palate to the delicate flavors of this single bean origin cacao from OCUMARE, a small farming co-operative on the coastal mountains of Venezuela, where South America meets the Caribbean. Chocolates form Ocumare beans have won many international awards. We are the first and only company to offer 100% USDA Certified Organic Cacao from Venezuela. Founded by my brother and I in order to offer direct from farm to you the wonders of this tropical bean. Be one of the first to try Venzuela's only Organic Cacao. We work direct with the farmers to ensure above fair trade prices are paid and sustainable farming practices are implemented. We buy, export, import, package, distribute and sell direct and can offer this unique product at a discounted rate. We work directly with the processing company to ensure low temperature processing and use an artisan expeller press to produce our powder and butter thus keeping temperature below 120 to keep the antioxidant power of this delicate superfood at a record high. Compare our product with other so called criollo cacao powder, notice how much lighter our powder is, that's because the criollo variety is a lighter colored bean, pink to pure white, where as cheaper inferior Forastero and Trinitario bean varietals are dark purple and dark brown. Criollo cacao beans are the rarest comprising about 10% of world supply, it has delicate flavor tones, such as berries and nuts, very low acidity and full chocolate flavor.

Features

  • Organically Certified
  • Single Bean Origin - 2009 Harvest from OCUMARE
  • Criollo Bean Variety - Venezuela
  • Cold Pressed - Expeller Pressed
  • Flavor Tones - low acidity, pure chocolate flavor, cashews and red berry undertones
Endangered Species Tree Frog, Organic Dark Chocolate (70%) with Cacao Nibs, Yacon & Acai, 3-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)
Endangered Species Tree Frog, Organic Dark Chocolate (70%) with Cacao Nibs, Yacon & Acai, 3-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)
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Endangered Species Chocolate Organic 3oz Tree Frog Bar - Organic Health Dark Chocolate with Cacao Nibs, Yacon & Acai (70% cocoa content) Organic Health includes healthful ingredients in already antioxidant-rich dark chocolate. Organic Health Dark Chocola

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  • Pack of twelve, 3-ounce each(total of 36 ounces)
  • With Cacao Nibs, Yacon & Acai
  • Includes healthful ingredients in already antioxidant-rich dark chocolate
Cacao Power Nibs - 100% Organic Raw Cacao, 4 oz,(Navitas Natural)
Cacao Power Nibs - 100% Organic Raw Cacao, 4 oz,(Navitas Natural)
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A treasure of vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene, zinc, chromium and magnesium, raw chocolate is a delight for the senses and food for the mind. New research has shown cacao contains more antioxidant flavonoids than blueberries, red wine and green tea.

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  • Description: RAW CACAO NIBS ORGANIC, Quantity: 1, Size: 4 OZ, Brand: NAVITAS NATURALS
Bali Truly Raw Cacao Butter, 9oz - Big Tree Farms
Bali Truly Raw Cacao Butter, 9oz - Big Tree Farms
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Cacao Butter is what white chocolate is made of! Our raw, certified organic, chemical-free cacao butter is the pure oil of the cacao bean. Cacao Butter (Organic, Raw) 1lb Ingredients: Certified Organic Raw Cacao Butter (Vegan.) Contains no chemicals, no hexane and no solvents. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Our raw organic cacao butter has a high level of stability and a long shelf-life (over a year). Suggested Uses: Cacao butter is edible and possesses an extraordinary rich, delicate chocolate aroma. Add a piece of this butter to your favorite smoothie, dessert, ice cream or chocolate creation. Because it has not been damaged by heat, our cacao butter melts easily and blends nicely into any type of recipe. Cacao Butter makes a great dessert when mixed with coconut oil, agave and cacao. Cacao Butter may be used as a skin moisturizer. It may be used as (or in conjunction with) a massage oil. What is Raw Cacao Butter? Our Cacao butter is created through a proprietary cold-pressed method. This process begins by cold-pressing the organic Cacao Nibs into a "cake" in such a way that the oil begins to separate from the protein and fiber. The temperature is never allowed to exceed (or even reach) 120 degrees Fahrenheit and is usually 104 degrees Fahrenheit (all other cacao butters are exposed to temperatures as high as 300 degrees Fahrenheit!) A high-accuracy thermometer is used throughout processing. Slowly, the pure, liquid cacao butter begins to sift off into a stainless steel valve that takes the cacao butter into a separate container where it is allowed to solidify in an attractive shape and packaged for shipment! Cacao butter melts at approximately 90 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius.)

Features

  • Certified Organic
  • Vegan and Raw
  • No chemicals, no hexane, no solvents
  • Packed with Nutrition
  • 100% pure love. 100% pure sensual joy
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