A Rich History of Chocolate in North America:A fresh look at ornate 1000-year-old vases from New Mexico's canyons has unearthed a surprise: They were used as mugs to drink chocolate. The findings are the first record of the food in North America, long before its introduction in colonial times. They also reveal that chocolate was an expensive delicacy enjoyed by few during elaborate rituals.
Between the 9th and 12th centuries C.E., the Chaco Canyon in northwestern New Mexico was buzzing with human activity. The now-deserted Pueblo Bonito was one of its most important settlements and home to about 1000 Anasazis, a Native American people. Archaeologist Patricia Crown of the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, has been studying Chaco's thin cylinder vases for the past 8 years. The ceramic vases are decorated with blue-gray geometric patterns, yet archaeologists could not decipher their original function. Recently, Crown learned that the Maya people of Central America used similar-... [more]

Eat chocolate and lose weight, yes I said it! In the same sentence even. Chocolate lovers are going to be delighted to hear that there is now a new product on the market that not only tastes heavenly but you just may lose a few pounds from eating it too!







It is no surprise that dark chocolate is healthy for you. Everybody is talking about it. It is all over the news and I am sure that you have seen the stories and read the articles that dark chocolate is indeed good for you. Dark chocolate has been found to lower blood pressure. In addition, the antioxidant content has been found to help in the fight against heart disease. But don't go grabbing for that Hershey's Bar or even a Godiva Bar just yet. The chocolate that you buy in the stores is laden with fats, fillers and waxes and even though the experts say to eat 70% cacao it is only best when eaten in moderation... right? Not anymore.




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There are many great raw cacao benefits for your body, mind, and soul. The most famous raw cacao benefits are its antioxidant properties and its ability to stimulate mood and energy in people. Because raw cacao is a natural product, it is packed with important nutrients and complexes that help support the body and enhance the feeling of well-being in people who enjoy it regularly.
 The most popular raw cacao benefits are antioxidants. Antioxidants hunt free radicals in the body which are created when cells use up oxygen. Free radicals can cause damage to the human body when antioxidants aren't there to keep them in check. These raw cacao benefits come naturally when you enjoy pure cacao chocolate!








 Many people are surprised to find out that one of the major raw cacao benefits is the preservation of vitamin C. Enjoying p... [more]