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Health Benefits Of Cacao (Chocolate)
Classification: Perennial
Psychoactive?: Technically caffeine is psychoactive, and chocolate contains caffeine, thus Chocolate is psychoactive. Anandamide is a psychoactive cannabinoid also found in Chocolate;[16] Anandamide produces a euphoric tingly sensation in the brain, as it is strikingly similar to THC in structure.[18][19] Most chocolate consumed today is processed in a way that greatly reduces any pharmacological value or health benefits that the product was made to have. Because of this, I only promote vendors who sell raw unprocessed product, for optimal pharmacology. It is the best thing in the world to cook Cannabis into, or to mix with any other type of psychoactive substance. I slept better and noticed a general improvement in my well-being the first day I tried this product. I woke up feeling a major difference.
Plant Family: Sterculiaceae(Malvaceae); Genus: Theobroma; Species: Cacao;
Common nicknames: Chocolate; Cocoa; Cacao; The latin name "theobroma", literally means "Food Of The Gods".[1] A book co-sponsored by Albert Hoffman and other chemist and scholars, mentions it. It also has the ancient nickname of "kakawa"[7]
Native To: Mexico and Central America, as well as world-wide in tropical regions.[1] Amazon basin; You can find people online who sell the seeds and live plants. The Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs all cultivated and used it. "The ancient Mayans and Aztecs of the Americas consumed chocolate. These people drank cacao, or the chocolate bean, which was ground into hot water, like the hot chocolate we drink today. However, their cacao was rather bitter and had chilies in it.[17] Anyone who knows me has probably heard me speak of how Chilli peppers, red peppers, and spicey foods seem to interact with the Endocannabinoid system in the body, and what the Mayans and Aztecs did by adding Chilies to their cacao, indirectly confirms my own observations. I'm certain they added the Chilies to the Cacao for the same reason I would, and that is to enhance the effects of the cacao and render a cannabinoid response by their endocannabinoid system.
Chocolate And The Pineal Gland:
Many ancient cultures regarded Chocolate as sacred. It's mentioned in a book written by the LSD chemist Albert Hoffman called "Food Of The Gods", which is what Chocolate was known as, a food of the gods.. Its scientific name literally means this, theo meaning "god", and broma meaning "food".[20] It's native to the Amazon basin, where shamanism is innate, and the use of ayahuasca and other shamanic entheogenic brews is tradition.[21] O.G. Observation: I've studied these cultures for a while now and I've noticed that wWen ancient cultures regarded anything as sacred, that meant it had spiritual beliefs associated with it, and they viewed it as connected with the divine. In modern day marketing, Cacao is often marketed and or advertised as a "third eye supplement", or something capable of stimulating our spiritual life and innate "abilities" by decalcifying the pineal gland. When I was heavily into the new age, I used it for pineal decalcification and activation and I can say it sure seemed to work... but for our skeptics, Is there any scientific validity to this?
I found a good academic source titled "Functional connections between the pineal gland and immune system" In this academic journal, it mentions that: Developmental and age-related changes in pineal gland function appear, at least partially, to be related with immune system efficiency.[8] I cite it at the bottom of the page, feel free to read the full piece. The first thing I want to mention after learning of this fact is that Echinacea has a pineal gland shaped cone in the core center of its flower heads that can be found if one lets it dry, and slowly peals away all the outer layers.. and that herb is a cannabinoid/immune booster.. So we can see more divine patterns emerging.. And.. we can see that the immune system and the pineal gland are connected because of this study. We also know that the endocannabinoid system and the immune system are connected[9][10][11]. Both Kratom[21], Chocolate[22], and Green Tea[23][24], all contain phytochemicals that are beneficial to the immune system. They're all good for teeth too, because of the EGCG content.[24] "Because of excellent biocompatibility, antioxidant activity, and anti-caries ability, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) has been widely studied in the treatment of oral diseases, such as periodontal disease, oral cancer, and dental caries."[24] Because Cacao contains phytochemicals that boost the immune system, and anandamide(a cannabinoid, among others), that connects chocolate to both the endocannabinoid system, and the immune system, both of which are connected to the pineal gland and its various functions.[25][26] Here's a direct quote to back that up further, from the National Library Of Medicine: "Raw and organic chocolate is rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals and keep our brain healthy, promoting detoxification of the pineal gland."[26] This alone illustrates that Cacao plays a role in working with the pineal gland. God truly does fdassign a purpose for all things under the heavens as stated in Ecclesiastes 3:1 It is my observation that: Chocolate acts similar to an MAOI, in that it enhances(or activates) the effects of other drugs
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Properties/Medicinal Benefits: "Studies strongly suggest that diets rich in polyphenols(like that in cacao!) may offer protection against development of certain cancers, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases."[5] I find the best way to learn how to self medicate and make good health choices, is to look at everything you put into your body as a chemist would.. Every food, and herb, contains numberous pharmacologically active chemical components.. That makes each diety item in your pantry an entire pharmacy on the inside.. Despite the fact that Chocolate has developed a reputation as being "un-healthy", the truth is quite the opposite. "Intervention studies on healthy and metabolically-dysfunctional volunteers have suggested that cocoa improves blood pressure, platelet aggregation and endothelial function"[5] It's believed to be the theobromine, and caffeine, that relieve congestion during colds, because of its ability to help open the bronchial passages in the lungs.[1] Theobromine also benefits the digestive tract.[1]
Works well with: Chocolate helps boost the effects of any type of psychoactive substance ( much like an MAOI does, like Banisteriopsis caapi vine, or Passion flower(incarnata).) It makes the best thing to lace with Cannabis as well. So the list is: Cannabis, Cacao(Chocolate), Psilocybin, any psychoactive herb or natural narcotic ( kratom, kava, khat, opium, etc ), Sassafras.. It also works great with Echinacea because of their properties, they synergize well. Both Echinacea and Chocolate effect the endocannabinoid and immune system, and both are known to be powerful pineal gland medications, so to speak, in the herbal community. The science is there. Keep in mind that I barely scratch the surface of these scientific discoveries. Anyone can look up the sources that I cite, and dig deeper.
Phytochemicals: Chocolate(Cacao) contains over 1200 chemical constituents, and is considered a super-food!! Theobromine, and Cafffeine;[2] Theobromine is legal and you can buy it in the USA in its pure, isolate form.(free-base) It also contains: flavan-3-ols, proanthocyanidins and methylxanthines[1] Procyanidins, theobromine, (−)-epicatechin, catechins, and caffeine are the most abundant phytochemicals in Chocollate[3] Polyphenols[4] More phytochemicals include: phenylethylamine[12][13], Anandamide[14] Anandamide means "happiness", or "bliss" in Sanskrit. It also produces and contains: biogenic amines(cannabinoids), and cannabinoid-like fatty acids[15]
All of these are documented on academic databases like PubChem and Google Scholar. I link to them at the bottom of every page. [ Note this is not all of them that exist within the plant, and I never claim to cover every one of them. I try to get as many as possible listed though. ]
Warnings: Because of the acidity of this food, it is not good for people with ulcers to consume regularly. Cacao also contains large amounts of caffeine, which can lead to headaches if not used gently(responsibly). Raw cacao is way more powerful than the typical diluted and processed form that we find in candy and over-the-counter delights today, so beware.
Germinating Cacao Seeds/Growing:
Sense I am not an expert on growing this particular tree, but enjoy supporting others and upsetting socialist, I will link to a blog that details this process: https://www.thaidragon.com/cocoa.html They have a detailed cultivation guide, and even provide seeds and live trees. I am not affiliated with them but again feel joy in paying it forward and doing nice things for others.Interesting Facts: The Aztecs were really fond of Chocolate(cacao). They used it as a form of currency, and as a beverage drunk.[1] Like many other staples of life that Americans now enjoy, the traditional use of cacao came here from Mexico, another land.[1] In Central America, it has been used for centuries to treat the pains of pregnancy and child birth, fevers, and even coughs.[1] Based on these facts, I can tell you that it would go well with Mullein leaf in an herbal infusion. Mullein is good for ulcers, and could combat the acidity of the chocolate.. Mullein is also popular for respiratory ailments, so combined with chocolate could prove a big help in times of need.
Preparations: "In ancient times, Mesoamerican Indians used the pulp that surrounds the kernels inside the husk/pod to ferment them, in order to produce an alcoholic beverage"[7] Perhaps the effects that this fermented beverage produced had different effects.. One thing is for sure, the ancients regarded Cacao(chocolate) the same way they did psychedelic plants.. They regarded it as sacred, which makes me think there's more to it than modern society realizes.. I believe it is the way that it boost the effects of other herbs and drugs, that had the ancients so worked up over chocolate.. There was something about it that modern people just don't see, but then again modern society doesn't view their food as medicine. Back then it was well understood that medicine grows from the earth.
Quick investigative note: It seems that the need of jezebels to control industry, and covertly make the masses their financial slaves, dates back to the ancients... "Aztecs, and arguably Teotihuacanos and other pre-Columbian societies, made strong efforts to control the production and distribution of cacao."[7] We see the same thing going on today with this new "hemp" market, which is nothing more than a way for alchemist/chemist to run a supremacy ring and make all the money, while the rest of us still get our property stolen. Serpent medical will continue to try to ban all wholesome herbal supplements until they control everything. Only buy from non-pharmaceutical companies, and non-fortune 500 entrepaneurs if you care, and want to help.
What is phytochemistry: Phytochemistry is one of the many forms of science that confirms intelligent design. It shows that God is the author of medicine, and serpent medical is pushing abominations ( poisonous ones at that ). Phytochemistry is something that scientist use to rip off God's design, so they can make fake medicines, in the likeness of God-made phytochemicals.. but it is by these natural God-made components of herbal remedies that we can see his intelligent design behind all things. As the bible puts it: Romans 1:20-21 "20 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: 21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened."
Genesis 1:29 "And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for nourishment(health; meat; food; wellness; vitality)".
Nutrition Facts: 1 tablespoon of Cacao has 16.8(MG) of caffeine in it! Keep in mind that's a tablespoon, not a serving. Serving size is 1/8 cup(14g[so half of an ounce]) Contains: 2g fat total, 1g saturated, 0g trans fat. 0mg cholesterol. Total carbs is 8g, dietary fiber 5g, total sugars less than 1g(0g added), and protein is 3g. Potassium 217mg, calcium 18mg, iron 2mg, and Magnesium 70mg.
Ezekiel 47:12 "And by the river upon the bank thereof, on this side and on that side, shall grow all trees for meat, whose leaf shall not fade, neither shall the fruit thereof be consumed: it shall bring forth new fruit according to his months, because their waters they issued out of the sanctuary: and the fruit thereof shall be for meat, and the leaf thereof for medicine."
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Academic Sources:
[1] Tuenter, E., Sakavitsi, M. E., Rivera-Mondragón, A., Hermans, N., Foubert, K., Halabalaki, M., & Pieters, L. (2021). Ruby chocolate: A study of its phytochemical composition and quantitative comparison with dark, milk and white chocolate. Food Chemistry, 343, 128446.
[2] Schuster, Julius, and Ellen S. Mitchell. "More than just caffeine: Psychopharmacology of methylxanthine interactions with plant-derived phytochemicals." Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry 89 (2019): 263-274.
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[5] Colorado State UniversityKENDALL REAGAN NUTRITION CENTER
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[16] Cherry, Tyrone, and Shivani Uppal. "Enhancement of endogenous Anandamide using natural bioactives in."
[17] Washington.edu: https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/choco.html
[18] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Anandamide
[19] Harvard University: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-endocannabinoid-system-essential-and-mysterious-202108112569
[20] Cornell University: https://exhibits.library.cornell.edu/chocolate-food-of-the-gods
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[25] Marijuana and chocolate | PMID: 11363932 | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11363932/
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Via: scholar.google.com
Book sources:
[1] Swerdlow, J. L. (2000). Nature’s medicine: Plants that heal. National Geographic Society. Book Page 384
Encyclopedia references / sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocolate
Resources / Links:
PubChem The National Library Of Medicine
Google Scholar scholar.google.com
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