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Raw cocoa seeds are those which have not undergone the process of thermal treatment with temperature higher than 40°C. If it was higher, many important components would break up and lose their special features. Raw cocoa contains a huge dose of magnesium (the daily request of it is covered by about 7 g of cocoa seeds). It also contains a lot of antioxidants, about 20 times more than green tea which is known for its high content of them. The effect of eating several cocoa seeds can be compared to the effect of drinking 2 or 3 cups of coffee, but in fact it is much healthier than caffeine. It is also said to be one of the strongest aphrodisiacs (what can be the reason why chocolate is so popular on Valentine’s Day). How to eat it? You can just have as a snack and eat it like nuts. It tastes well blended into a smoothie, especially a plant-milk based one, in a form of raw chocolate or as a topping for any dessert. http://www.superlife.com/6-easy-ways-to-eat-raw-cacao

Black tea Production of black tea basis on a fermentation (only for several hours) and drying. It owes its popularity to its great influence on our digestive system. It helps with food poisonings and makes it easier to digest heavy meals. Moreover, it can lower the blood pressure and prevent atherosclerosis. Green tea It is made by drying, the fermentation does not take place, what is the reason for its sour and refreshing taste. It is valued for having detoxifying and slimming properties. It can also reduce the risk of cancer and improve circulation and the skin appearance. Red tea Its special features are a result of a long fermentation process, which is stopped only when the leaves become red. Red tea effectively lowers the level of cholesterol, it can also help fight infections. Some people use it to fight the feeling of over eating. White tea It is created from early-spring flower buds and leaves picked by hand. They are only dried, just like green tea. It ha

Berries, in general, are said to prevent aging processes and preventt many heart diseases due to a suprisingly high content of atioxidants. One of the main advantages of them is, of course, the taste and the variety of ways they can be used everyday, from adding it to your yoghurt to making jams and juices. There are some of the most extraordinary fruits of this kind. Acai berry Very popular in Amazon, they are said to be one of the strongest plant-based cancer preventers. They are usually sold dried or as a frozen pulp and are a common component of smoothies and coctails. Blackberry Their main asset is an outstandig content of vitamins C and K. The main producer of them is Mexico, but they are extensively common in Europe and America. Blueberry One of the most popular berries, they are nearly the best antioxidant amongst all plants. They are native to North America what is why they are commercialy grown there. Unfortunately, their production in USA is attatced to using nume