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ALL ABOUT CACAO ☺️

CACAO SHELLS + a history of chocolate & the health benefits HERE'S THE SCOOP:  The Olmec, one of the earliest civilizations in Latin America, was the first to turn the cacao plant into chocolate. They made a drink with cornmeal, chilies, water, and chocolate during rituals and used it as medicine. Centuries later, the Mayans praised it as the drink of the gods. Cacao shells are full of protein, fiber, minerals, and bioactive compounds. They make up the outer barrier that protects the cacao pod, which is the product used to make chocolate! While cacao shells are not actually chocolate, they do have a bitter/toasted and decadent taste to them much like dark chocolate. HEALING PROPERTIES OF CACAO 🍫 🍫 🍫 Raw cacao...

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MACA ROOT

maca root: getting in tune with your body Soothes menopause AND period symptoms. Improves memory. Balances hormones. The ancient maca root has been used by the Inca and Peruvian cultures for more than 1,500 years. It is mostly grown in the harsh conditions and high elevation Andes mountains of Peru, where the mineral rich fields are naturally irrigated by glacial ice-melt and rainfall born in the thunderclouds of the Amazon basin.  Maca root is generally consumed in powder form and is loaded with unique health benefits. Most notably maca soothes PMS and menopausal symptoms and stimulates the endocrine system, which helps maintain hormonal balance. THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF MACA ROOT: Maca root powder is very nutritious, as it is rich in...

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FACTS ABOUT ASHWAGANDHA

ashwagandha 🌿 an ancient adaptogen 🌿 HERE'S THE SCOOP: Ashwagandha is a short woody plant native to India, Africa, and the Mediterranean. In folklore, Ashwagandha is said to give the strength, stamina, and character of a stallion, as "ashwa" translates to "horse." The use of Ashwagandha dates back 3,000 to 4,000 years ago, and has been described in sacred Ayurvedic texts. It’s classified as an adaptogen, which means it promotes homeostasis in your body and enhances the body's ability to deal with stress. SHOP OUR FAVORITE ASHWAGANDHA PRODUCTS! D Tea F This blend is intended to relax you and get you in the physical and mental place to feel sexy! Drink daily to promote hormonal balance, or to ignite passion (meeeeowww 😻)....

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ALL ABOUT S•A•G•E

s∙a∙g∙e  🌿 a wisdom welcoming herb 🌿 HERE'S THE SCOOP: The scientific name for sage is Salvia, which comes from the Latin word Salveo, “to heal” or “to save.” Sage belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like rosemary, oregano, basil, and thyme. The Romans regarded sage as a holy herb and used it to clean their teeth because of its antibacterial properties! According to traditional Celtic lore, sage symbolizes wisdom, as they believed eating it improved memory and opened the mind. SHOP OUR FAVORITE SAGE PRODUCTS! Lavender Sage Lemonade Clary Sage Essential Oil Bouquet Garni Lavender Sage Lemonade Tea Soap HEALING PROPERTIES OF SAGE Sage is loaded with antioxidants that are linked to several health benefits, including improved brain...

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FACTS ABOUT CINNAMON

c∙i∙n∙n∙a∙m∙o∙n 🤎 warming ∙ sweet ∙ woody 🤎 THE HISTORY: The aroma of cinnamon is unmistakable and can make anyone instantly crave hot cinnamon rolls straight from the oven. The comforting aroma has enchanted people for hundreds of years, and cinnamon has been a cherished ingredient throughout history! Countries fought over it in the Spice War, and it was used as a form of currency at one point. In Egypt, cinnamon was even used as part of an herb and spice mixture for mummification! SHOP OUR FAVORITE TEA BLENDS WITH CINNAMON! Horchata Rooibos Apple Empanada Pecan Pie Pu Erh Ginger Chai HEALING PROPERTIES OF CINNAMON Cinnamon contains large amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your body from oxidative...

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