Today, Cacao is regaining popularity in North America and around the world, as it has been recently tagged with the "buzz-word" SUPERFOOD.
What is a SUPERFOOD?
This term refers to nutrient dense foods that are grown organically, without being genetically modified or compromised by heat and/or added preservatives. When foods are heated/cooked past an internal temperature of 118 degrees celsius the nutrients begin to decrease or can be lost completely.
Cacao is the KING of SUPERFOODS!
Rich in antioxidants, fiber, minerals and of course flavor, Cacao is one of the BEST foods we can consume.
Do not get Cacao confused with the commercial chocolate found in convenience stores and grocery marts, the two are nothing alike.
In fact, most of the conventional chocolate bars found on shelves contain less than 2% of Cacao and of that 2% it is almost guaranteed to be of the lowest grade and quality available.
Chocolate empires such as Nestle, Hershey and Cadbury have recently come under fire due to their less than honorable growing, labor and processing practices.
Unfortunately, the Cacao growing and processing industry has become synonymous with exploitation of child labor, horrible working conditions and horrendous wages.
So how do you know what chocolate is good for the body, and comes from a reliable source?First of all, only buy 100% Certified Organic, if there is no mention of Organic on the label, DO NOT BUY IT!
Food items must pass all standards set by a select group of reputable organizations such as the International Certification Standards Inc. whom investigate the growing conditions before any certifications are given.
Another certification to look for is Fair Trade.This means that the workers have been payed a fair wage for their labor and work conditions have been approved by an organization called Fair Trade International.
The good news: Many brands are stepping up and producing delicious Cacao based foods that are 100% Organic, Fair Trade, and free from nasty additives.
Canadian brand Giddy Yoyo is one of the leaders in the movement of responsible and conscious farming of Cacao and other Superfoods.
Giddy Yoyo creates amazing chocolate bars that are not only 100% Certified Organic and Fair Trade, but also 100% Raw, Vegan, Gluten-free, Soy-free and Nut-free!! WOW!
Giddy Yoyo takes the time and care to ensure that every step in the process of getting the Cacao bean from the highest elevation in Ecuador to the small facility in Orangeville, Ontario, is accounted for.
The Cacao makes it's way from Ecuador to Canada by boat, where it is then turned into scrumptious chocolate bars by hand.
Even the wrapping is done by hand!
Every individual person is shown appreciation and gratitude for their contribution to the brand.You can feel this love the moment you taste the chocolate or any of the foods produced by the Giddy Yoyo brand.
I am a proud member of The Team at Giddy Yoyo, and I can assure you that Founders Mark & Bridgitte, are two of the kindest, giving and thoughtful human beings you will ever meet.
Ask anyone who has met them, everyone beams when talking about this lovely couple.
Giddy Yoyo creates nutritious foods without compromising quality or integrity in the process.
Feel good about what you eat and support local brands that are changing the world we live in!
Keep it WHOLE, FRESH & SIMPLE!!
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