Ceremonial Cacao: Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What makes ceremonial cacao different from regular cacao?
Ceremonial cacao is minimally processed and crafted with intention to preserve its natural energetic and health benefits. Unlike regular cacao or cocoa powder, it is made from heirloom cacao beans that are fermented, dried, and ground into a pure, rich paste. This allows ceremonial cacao to retain its full spectrum of nutrients, antioxidants, and theobromine, as well as its profound ability to support emotional and spiritual practices.
2. How often should I drink cacao?
The frequency depends on your personal intentions and needs. Many people enjoy cacao as a daily morning ritual to start their day with clarity and energy. Others reserve it for special moments, such as meditation, journaling, or ceremonies. As a plant medicine, it’s best to listen to your body—some may benefit from daily use, while others find that 2-3 times per week is ideal for maintaining balance.
3. Is Cacao suitable during pregnancy?
Many women do drink cacao in pregnancy, but we advise you to consult your health care practitioner before doing so, to ensure it will be ok for you.
4. How do I make it
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5. Can I drink it at night?
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6. Is there caffeine in cacao?
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7. How much to have
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8. Does it expire?
It expires after 3 years. The expiry date is on every block.
9. How to store it?
This cacao is best stored in a cool, dry place - like a kitchen cabinet. After you have opened your cacao package, we suggest sealing it in an air tight container, like a jar, to preserve its freshness.
10. Important Health Information about Cacao
Cacao is a bitter:
100% pure cacao is bitter. As with any bitter, too much can make you nauseous. Start small and build it up. Over time, as your body attunes to the cacao, you may find that you need less cacao to feel the healing and heart opening benefits. Pay attention to what your body is telling you.
Antidepressants:
Depending on dosage, SSRI antidepressants and anti-psychotics are not compatible with the MAOI's (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors) in cacao. Low to average doses should be ok but check with your doctor.
Heart Rate:
Cacao will raise your heart rate slightly. If an increase in your heart rate could cause a medical problem, drink less. Check with your doctor.
Blood Pressure:
Many folks with low blood pressure tell Keith that our cacao (low-caffeine) stabilizes their heart and helps them. Check with your doctor.
Other substances with your cacao:
Our cacao increases blood flow to the brain by 30-40%… so any other substances in your blood will be amplified.
Caffeine:
Cacao contains about as much caffeine as a cup of decaf coffee.
Pregnant and breastfeeding:
Many women do drink cacao in pregnancy and while breastfeeding but we advise you to consult your health care practitioner before doing so, to ensure it will be ok for you.
Start small and build it up gently so you can see how your baby reacts.
Pets:
Real cacao contains compounds that are very dangerous for animals to consume.
