Cacao contains several compounds that stimulate the production of the feel-good neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. Magnesium, tryptophan, anandamide (known as the 'bliss molecule') and phenylethylamine (the 'chemical of love'), are just some of the compounds in our cacao that help to enhance mood and promote a sense of calm.

Theobromine is a mild stimulant in the same family as caffeine, yet much more gentle and longer lasting. Theobromine increases blood flow, reduces blood pressure, enhances energy and supports cognitive function. Cacao also contains some caffeine, working synergistically with theobromine to improve focus without the crash or jitters.

Cacao is one of the highest sources of antioxidants in the world, packed with a class of plant protective polyphenols called flavanols. The specific flavanols in cacao have been shown to be effective at reducing inflammation and suggest protection against chronic disease such as cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disease and ageing.