This calming, earthy blend is delightful to drink morning and night and is wonderful for your immune system as well as overall physical and mental health. Be sure to pay attention to the spicy undertones of the cinnamon, ginger, and cloves...and don't forget that little sweetness of the vanilla beans. Be happy that you are supporting ethical and sustainable farming practices(beyond fair-trade!) while drinking in the cacao and premium maca. Feel the goodness of the mushroom blend that you are bringing into your body, and enjoy those oats, hemp protein, and pea protein that will help keep you satiated. And with the help of the arrowroot powder, you can enjoy a smoother drink that doesn't scratch your throat as you approach the bottom! I drink a cup of this every morning as my breakfast along with a glass of matcha, and these two together keep me satisfied until lunch.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------About the sizes...----> The 4 fl. oz. paper jar contains about 6 servings(heaping tablespoon serving)----> The 8 fl. oz. paper jar contains about 15 servings(I know- the math doesn't make sense, but for some reason this jar fits more than double of the 4 oz!)
****I pack these jars pretty full by gently pounding them down. This helps pack the powder together so you get more in each jar and are buying less air. Please be careful when opening them so none of the blend pops out.****
-----> Other ways to experience this blend: - sprinkle in your cereal or oatmeal or yogurt - add some to your favorite smoothie - make some delicious, healthy hot chocolate
Please note: This product is not intended to cure or treat any medical condition. Please consult your physician before ingesting this blend.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Below is just A BIT of the exceptional properties and goodness of the plants that are a part of this blend. :)
---> Ceremonial Cacao: Cacao is a wonder. It's loaded with minerals. It can help improve your mood and increase energy. It is also PACKED with antioxidants(way more than blueberries), iron, calcium(more than milk), and magnesium. I purchase my ceremonial cacao from family-owned Heartblood Cacao, and they have a direct relationship with the cacao farmer. If you are interested in learning more about cacao and what exactly ceremonial cacao is, please check them out for yourselves. They are very transparent and so informative about all things cacao. They have a real passion for the goodness of the entire process, and I am very happy to support their cause and their mission.
---> Premium, Tricolor Raw Maca: Maca may support hormonal health, energy, libido, fertility, and emotional well-being. Maca is a a superfood and an adaptogen which means that it is a plant that helps your body deal with and adapt to physical stress...like inflammation, body aches, etc. Some say it is one of the most powerful adaptogens. That is the simplest way to put it I suppose. I'm not nearly as good with words as many other shop owners on here! ;) That being said, maca root has also become a more complex plant of interest over the past several years and growth and sale of it has led to some negative consequences, and the demand for maca root has led to some not-so-great business, land, and human practices. I purchase pure Peruvian maca from a family-owned company that is very dedicated towards fair treatment and payment to the maca farmers in Peru as well as sustainable, organic, traditional farming practices. They are exceptionally transparent in their practices, and I trust them completely. I hope you enjoy this fresh, earthy, wholesome maca!
---> Arrowroot Powder: This smooth plant flour helps to prevent the other ingredients from settling to the bottom so quickly. This is a great gluten-free alternative in baking, and is beneficial to the digestive system.
---> Ginger: This lovely spice is responsible for part of the warm and cozy undertones of this drink. It is high anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and it is powerful in the way of immune support. Ginger is also very good for digestion. It is even believed to help reduce menstrual pain and lower cholesterol levels.
---> Ceylon Cinnamon: This cinnamon is known as "true cinnamon," and it is the only kind I use. Ceylon cinnamon contains much less of a substance called "coumarin." This substance is thought to be harmful in large doses so I just stay away from it. Getting back to the beneficial properties of ceylon cinnamon, it has- you guessed it- many anti-inflammatory properties and is loaded with antioxidants. It is thought to perhaps lower the chances of developing heart disease and also lower blood sugar levels. Along with ginger, there is promising research that suggests that cinnamon may have positive effects on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
---> Cloves: Following along with its counterparts, cloves add a warm, spiciness to this blend, and they are just as good for you as the others. Cloves also have cancer-fighting properties(not listed above, but you guessed it again, all of them are full of those properties), anti-inflammatory properties, as well as anti-microbial properties. There is also research that shows that cloves may indeed be beneficial to liver health- although research on humans is somewhat limited. They also help to regulate blood sugar and may improve bone health with minerals such as manganese.
Cacao Are You? Adaptogenic Drink Blend
This drink blend is made with great care and contains: cocoa powder*, ceremonial cacao powder*, raw tri-color maca*, ground oats, arrowroot powder, food-grade diatomaceous earth, ground ginger*, turmeric*, ceylon cinnamon*, ground cloves*, [mushroom blend: reishi*, shitake*, chaga*, lions mane*], vanilla bean powder*, marshmallow root*, fenugreek seeds*, black pepper* *raw organic and/or fair-trade and/or wild-harvested