It is at the top of the list of foods with more antioxidant properties, it has a high content of vitamin C, it is an incredible source of fiber and even of serotonin. We are talking about Cocoa, a powerful superfood that we should always have at our fingertips.

But be careful, because when it comes to cocoa, many people automatically think of a chocolate bar: a huge mistake! Industrial chocolate contains a lot of refined sugar (a poison for our body), milk and many other things … except cocoa!

Our advice – as always – is to remove all processed foods from your diet and give preference to foods in their natural form. You will soon get used to the (delicious) flavor of cocoa and you will not be able to do without it!

Now that Christmas is approaching, it’s the perfect time to test your healthy diet. We offer you an idea: what do you think if this year you made Christmas desserts yourself? To simplify your work, we recommend some recipes like a Cocoa Protein Mousse or a Raw Brownie. With sweets like these you can treat yourself with a dessert without guilt and without damaging your body. In addition, the taste of cocoa will surprise your whole family and certainly many others, besides you, will not be able to do without it.

Besides having a delicious flavour, cocoa is also one of the most complete superfoods:

Source of magnesium – Cocoa has a high magnesium content, a mineral necessary for the proper functioning of the body.

Antioxidants – it is one of the foods with the highest antioxidant content: it protects the cells and helps their regeneration.

Cholesterol – Consumption of cocoa helps to reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase the ones of good cholesterol (HDL).

It encourages good mood – This superfood contains tryptophan, an amino acid that favours the production of serotonin, the neurotransmitter producing the feeling of happiness. That’s why cocoa is an ally in the fight against anxiety, irritation and depression. It is also a powerful aphrodisiac.

Cosmetic use – Cocoa butter is often used in cosmetics. It is a very effective moisturizer (we find it in many moisturizers, hair masks and lip balms) and also helps to reduce cellulite.

In addition to cocoa powder, there are many other ways to consume this superfood.
Cocoa butter is perfect for cosmetic purposes but can also be used in many recipes as a substitute for butter and olive oil.

Cocoa nuggets are ideal to give a unique touch to your desserts, healthy breakfasts and snacks. Adding cocoa nuggets to pancakes, waffles or muffins will give you a spectacular result.

Another good option is to consume cocoa as a drink. Use Iswari Cocoa Powder to create your own blends or add it to some of our products created just for you. Our range of Macaccinos has more and more enthusiastic fans: drinking a Macaccino is like drinking a coffee, but without mistreating your body.

And if you do not feel like (or you do not have the time of)  cooking, we have some alternatives for you. Our Exotic mix is a healthy snack for the sweet tooth. It is made with toasted cocoa beans and coconut sugar. Can you imagine a more delicious and nutritious snack?