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Cacao Theobroma cacao L.

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Cocoa beans, raw chocolate, vanilla
Cocoa beans, raw chocolate, vanilla
Common Names
Cacao , Chocolate, cocoa
Botanical Name
Theobroma cacao L.
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Cacao Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Cholesterol Control * Cough * Eczema * Hypertension HBP * Weight Loss *
Properties: Stimulant* Diuretic* Aphrodisiac*
Parts Used: seeds
Constituents:caffeine, flavonoids, phenylethylalamine, anandamide, magnesium, sulfur, oleic acid, theobromine, tryptophan


Chocolate's theobromine calms
children's coughs safely

Chocolate is made from the fermented, roasted and ground beans taken from the pods of the tropical cacao tree. They have an intensely flavored bitter taste. There is plenty of good news for those of us who are chocolate lovers. Dark chocolate's cacao content has been shown to have positive effects on mood swings, coughing, high blood pressure and even contains antibacterial agents that fight tooth decay!

There are over 350 known chemicals found in chocolate, including stimulants like caffeine, theobromine, phenylethylamine and anandamide. Theobromine, the alkaloid contained in the beans, resembles caffeine in its action, but its effect on the central nervous system is less powerful and does not have the sleep disturbing effects of caffeine. It may actually be a more effective cough medicine than traditional remedies making it a safe nightime calmer for children.

Phenylethylamine (PEA) is partly responsible for the "high" that you get from eating chocolate. PEA facilitates the release of dopamine a naturally occurring chemical into your body. The neurotransmitter anandamide, also found in chocolate is responsible for the prolonged pleasurable sensation of the previous mentioned PEA.


Chocolate - what women want!

Chocolate enjoys an reputation as an aphrodisiac, which may explain the tradition of chocolates and Valentines day. It's interesting to note that most researchers claim that women prefer chocolate over sex. Cocoa Butter is an aromatic solid butter pressed from the roasted seeds of the Cacao tree brings a supple, luxurious feel to dry skin.

Side Effects:
Theobromine is also the reason why animals can not eat chocolate,is not processed as efficiently in animals and can cause a toxic buildup in their systems.
How to Use: Cacao
Preparation Methods :Cocoa powder, extracts, cocoa butter

remedyRemedies using : Cacao Homemade Hot Chocolate*


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Theobroma cacao Origin- Peru
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An aromatic solid butter pressed from the roasted seeds of the Cacao tree. Use butters during pregnancy to keep the skin supple, and to prevent stretch marks.
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referencesCacao Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Cacao for :High blood pressure, cholesterol
High blood pressure, cholesterol Cacao is also employed in high blood pressure as it dilates the blood-vessels and chocolate has a positive effect on cholesterol levels.

Maud Grieve, Modern Herbal Vol 1 (1931)

Caco for :Tooth decay
Tooth decay The Cocoa contains antibacterial agents that fight tooth decay. This fact will not overcome the fact that it cocoa is often prepared with copious amounts of sugar.
Caco ( theobromine) for :Mood Enhancer
Mood Enhancer Natural Theobromine in chocolate produces an enjoyable "feel-good" effect in your brain. This positive feeling can help support your diet goals along with cardiovascular exercise and reduced calorie intake.
Caco - chocolate for :Cholesterol levels
Cholesterol levels Chocolate contains stearic acid, which does not raise bad cholesterol levels, and cocoa butter which is in chocolate, contains oleic acid, which actually may raise good cholesterol.
Dark chocolate (Cacao) for :Cough suppressant
Cough suppressant Research published in the the FASEB Journal in February 2005 makes a strong case that dark chocolate can be a powerful cough suppressant. The theobromine content of dark chocolate may actually be a more effective cough medicine than traditional or over-the counter cold and cough remedies.
Cacao for :High blood pressure, cholesterol
High blood pressure, cholesterol Cacao is also employed in high blood pressure as it dilates the blood-vessels and chocolate has a positive effect on cholesterol levels.

Maud Grieve, Modern Herbal Vol 1 (1931)

Caco for :Tooth decay
Tooth decay The Cocoa contains antibacterial agents that fight tooth decay. This fact will not overcome the fact that it cocoa is often prepared with copious amounts of sugar.
Caco ( theobromine) for :Mood Enhancer
Mood Enhancer Natural Theobromine in chocolate produces an enjoyable "feel-good" effect in your brain. This positive feeling can help support your diet goals along with cardiovascular exercise and reduced calorie intake.
Caco - chocolate for :Cholesterol levels
Cholesterol levels Chocolate contains stearic acid, which does not raise bad cholesterol levels, and cocoa butter which is in chocolate, contains oleic acid, which actually may raise good cholesterol.
Dark chocolate (Cacao) for :Cough suppressant
Cough suppressant Research published in the the FASEB Journal in February 2005 makes a strong case that dark chocolate can be a powerful cough suppressant. The theobromine content of dark chocolate may actually be a more effective cough medicine than traditional or over-the counter cold and cough remedies.
Plant Description

1887 Botanical
1887 Botanical

Cacao was named Theobroma by Linnaeus, the word meaning 'food of the gods,' so called from the goodness of its seeds. Mexicans named the pounded seeds Chocolate, an Aztec word used to describe a number of raw and processed products that originate from the tropical cacao tree. The tall, handsome tree is generally cultivated on large estates under the shade of other trees, such as the banana and develops the pods continuously. When ripe they are cut open and the beans or nuts surrounded by their sweetish acid pulp are allowed to ferment so that they may be more easily separated from the shell.

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