Magnesium is important for muscle relaxation, the body's detoxification and acid removal. It lowers pain sensitivity, calms the nerves and is also helpful in menstrual cramps due to its muscle-relaxing effect. It promotes a healthy development of bones & teeth.  Magnesium activates enzymes that help nerve cells to mobilize stored energies. It raises brain function, which is perceived as increased focus and mental clarity. As a basic mineral, it opens more than 300 detoxification processes. The concentration of magnesium is 18x higher in the heart than in the bloodstream. Magnesium and antioxidants act directly on the heart, so that chocolate opens the heart can be seen as a fact.  

Raw cacao contains more antioxidants than any other plant. Antioxidants improve cardiac function and lower blood pressure. They purify the body of so-called "free radicals", highly reactive oxygen compounds (hence the name antioxidants), which are associated with cell aging and a number of serious diseases such as cancer. Flavonoids are antioxidants which are particularly present in cacao. They bind the free radicals, thus protecting the cell walls from becoming “porous". Antioxidants are therefore attributed to a rejuvenating effect. In addition, antioxidants purify the blood vessels. The arteries become more flexible & the blood thinner, which reduces blood pressure. Superfoods with high levels of antioxidants, such as cacao, potentiate the effects of super-herbs such as medicinal mushrooms (reishi, cordyceps, chaga) as well as cat's claw, pao d'arco and others. Cacao also potentiates spirulina, chlorella & the blue-green algae.

Serotonin, often called the "happiness hormone" is one of the most important neurotransmitters in the human brain and can be found in cacao. In addition, cacao also contains substances that are necessary for the body's own production or stimulation of serotonin such as tryptophan. Serotonin forms our natural stress-shield.

Ananda in Sanskrit describes a sense of perfect and supreme bliss and true and lasting joy. Anandamide is an endogenous cannabinoid. Anandamide triggers feelings of happiness, relaxation and joy in us. It is released in our body, especially after physical exercise and is therefore responsible for the euphoria that runners feel after a marathon. Cacao is the only plant in which anandamide has been found so far. In addition, cacao contains substances that prevent the breakdown of anandamide, providing a longer-lasting exhilaration.

Phenylethylamine is a neurotransmitter that is naturally released in our body when we are in love. It is found in high concentration in the brain of happy people. Sexual interactions and orgasm are also associated with high PEA levels. PEA causes euphoria. It also helps us to be more attentive and focused. This allows us to enjoy the moment and forget the time. Also, we are less distracted and a feeling of hunger is reduced. PEA is contained in large quantities in cacao - but only in the unroasted, uncooked beans or raw cacao paste. Because it is a very heat-sensitive molecule, it decomposes in the processes that cacao undergoes during chocolate production. PEA is found in two foods only: cacao and the blue-green algae. 

Tryptophan is a mood-enhancing nutrient and essential for the production of serotonin. It helps in reducing anxiety and stress. Tryptophan is very sensitive to heat, which is why cacao must not be cooked to develop its full effect. 

Other key trace elements found in cacao include chromium, which helps regulate blood sugar, & zinc, which plays an important role in the growth process, insulin storage, protein synthesis, and sperm production. It also strengthens the immune system.