Cocoa: the food of the goddesses that embraces you from the inside out<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Cocoa\u2026 the very word melts on the tongue like a memory of safety. But we are not talking about the overly sweet drink from childhood. No! We are talking about real, unadulterated cocoa \u2013 a brown miracle that entire civilizations have worshipped long before us. And we women 50+? We know very well that we save some tastes for more mature times. That is why the time is right start drinking cocoa consciously<\/em>. As a ritual. And as medicine. And as the love you give to yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the beginning there was a bean. And that bean, the cocoa bean, traveled from warm regions to our winter kitchens. Hidden in a pod on the trunk of the Theobroma cacao tree \u2013 a divine tree whose fruits are a true gift to us goddesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cocoa beans are fermented, dried, roasted (or not, if you want the raw version), ground \u2013 and then turned into cocoa, cocoa butter or liquor. And if you choose high-quality, non-alkalized cocoa? You get a drink full of antioxidants, minerals and love<\/strong> \ud83d\udc96<\/p>\n\n\n\n This dark brown goodness is superfood with a capital S<\/strong> or K<\/strong>\u2013 as you wish \ud83d\ude09 It has an anti-inflammatory effect, strengthens the heart, brain and immunity \u2013 and also gives you a pleasant \u201ekick\u201c without the jitters from caffeine. What exactly can it do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n While chocolate is a seductive lover, cocoa is a reliable friend. Chocolate can tempt you, but it can also weigh you down with sugar, milk, and chemical additives. Cocoa is pure<\/strong>. Without embellishment. And it is in that purity that its strength lies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover \u2013 the more processing (e.g. alkalization), the less healthy it is. So: the rawer and more natural the cocoa, the better for you.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Not only will it kick-start you and calm you down at the same time, but:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to turn cacao into a ritual? Here's a traditional recipe that the Aztecs drank:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n And feel free to sing or dance along. Kakao understands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brew a cup and make a wish before taking the first sip. A word, a thought, a feeling. Each cup is a small magical ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try a "cocoa evening" - cocoa, blanket, lights and a moment without your phone. Just you and peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mix raw cacao with coconut oil and a few drops of essential oil. Massage your hands, feet \u2013 and even your heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dutch cocoa<\/strong> it's beautifully dark and subtle \u2013 but also poor in antioxidants<\/strong>. For health, reach for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n It's a choice to say to yourself: I deserve the best.<\/em> And sometimes the best doesn't come in a shiny package, but in a simple mug with something that embraces you from the inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFrom cocoa tree to cup: the journey of Bobek Kakaov\u00fd<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nWhat you'll find in cocoa (and what will make you happy)<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
For the heart and blood vessels\u2764\ufe0f<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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For the brain and mood<\/strong> \ud83e\udde0 <\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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On cells and longevity<\/strong> \ud83e\uddec <\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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For hormones, nerves and soul<\/strong> \ud83e\uddd8\u200d\u2640\ufe0f <\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nChocolate or cocoa? And why choose the latter?<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWhen cocoa helps women<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nChristmas rituals with cocoa<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Cocoa & candles<\/strong> \ud83d\udd6f\ufe0f <\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Homemade choco-meat<\/strong> \ud83c\udf6b <\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCocoa cuisine: how to incorporate cocoa into your life<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nThere is no cocoa like cocoa. So which one to choose?<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nSummary: Cocoa isn't just a flavor. It's a choice.<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n