Long before cacao became popular in North America, it was one of the most coveted foods in all of South America. In fact, it was so revered that they named it “Theobroma,” which translates into “food of the gods.” Ancient civilizations, such as the Aztecs and Mayans, believed that the cacao plant was a sacred medicine. Shamans would use it in heart-opening ceremonies to banish negative thoughts and emotions from the body.
As it turns out, scientists are finally validating what our ancient ancestors have known for centuries: raw cacao can have a powerful effect on the human brain.
