Sacred Cacao

Ceremonial cacao, a gentle heart-opening plant medicine, supports clarity, intention-setting, heart chakra healing, and inner exploration. This sacred medicine aids in moving beyond the mind, releasing dense, stagnant energies and emotions.

This superfood is an excellent source of antioxidants, iron, protein, magnesium, potassium and fiber, we can even say that this superfood is one of nature's best drugs. It has a positive impact on the neurotransmitters and happiness hormones - dopamine and serotonin - of our complex machine that is the brain.

As a result, cocoa makes us happy, reduces stress, increases concentration and creativity, helps the body recover, detoxifies and stimulates the immune system.

• Rich in antioxidants and minerals.
• Prolonged positive energy.
• Increased cognitive performance.
• Positive effect on creativity.
• Benefits in vascular function.

Cacao is totally safe natural medicine for most people. However, there are some specific contraindications so please check below. 

• Health factors to be particularly aware of are:

✔️if you are on antidepressants, SSRIs or other medication, have a heart condition or are pregnant:   Be aware that the theobromine in cacao is a vasodilator: it increases the heart rate and lowers blood pressure. 

✔️if you are taking 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) it's advisable to have a smaller dose of cacao.

✔️If you are on MAOI antidepressants, cacao (& all forms of chocolate) is contraindicated because it contains tyramine. 

✔️If you take antipsychotic medication, (for any reason), consuming ceremonial cacao in this way is also contraindicated. 

✔️ if you have low blood pressure, be aware that although cacao is a stimulant, it lowers blood pressure. Depending on your condition, a smaller dose might be appropriate 

✔️if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, be aware that theobromine is a stimulant & increases heart rate & lowers blood pressure. Some western people advise avoiding it completely, others suggest a smaller dose 

✔️if you are epileptic: high consumption of cacao stimulates the brain and there is also scientific research to suggest a possible connection between caffeine & cacao consumption and increased seizures. 

✔️If you are taking St John's Wort, please refrain from taking it for a few days before & after the cacao circle. 

• Stay away from caffeine before ceremony

• Drink lots of water BEFORE & AFTER the ceremony
• Do not eat for at least 2-3 hours prior to the ceremony to allow the cacao to be absorbed.