Ingredients
Eat Smart Chocolate
We use purposeful ingredients with well-known evidence-based health benefits. Over the years, these ingredients became known for being a great source of polyphenols, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. They also help to balance blood sugar levels, support your gut microbiome, and keep you satiated.
Check out the images below to learn more about each INGREDIENT and how they can add value to your health goals.
At Mindful Monk, we like to keep it clean and simple.
(*Health benefits based on our research with sources provided. Please consult your doctor or health care provider if you have any questions regarding your health)
But first, we promise to keep all of products free of:
The Ingredients
Organic Cocoa Butter
Organic Cocoa Powder
Organic Cocoa Mass
Organic Peanut Butter/Organic Peanuts
Natural Almond Butter/Natural Almonds
Organic Oat Fibre
Organic MCT Powder
Natural Monk Fruit Juice Concentrate
Organic Vanilla Extract
Himalayan Pink Salt
Organic Cocoa Butter
One of the three main sources of healthy fats found in our functional fudges. Cocoa butter can leave your skin feeling amazing, but it can also do the same for your body when consumed. Here’s why we think it’s great for your HEALTH:
- High in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
- Enhances cardiovascular health and digestion
- Alleviates stress and help manage depression
- Limits brain fog and build strong bones
- Terrific source of anti-inflammatory abilities
- Helps reduce the risk of diabetes, stroke, and heart attack
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Organic Cocoa Powder
Another source of fat in our products and the ingredient that gives chocolate its rich taste. Made by crushing cocoa beans, removing the butter, and grinding it down to a fine powder. With cocoa powder, you get all the benefits of the butter plus its amazing AROMA:
- Aides in weight loss and reduces appetite
- Rich in polyphenols, a naturally occurring antioxidant
- Optimizes blood pressure and detoxifies the liver
- Manages and regulates PMS symptoms
- Anti-aging properties
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Organic Cocoa Mass
Cocoa mass, aka cocoa liquor, contains equal parts of cocoa solids and cocoa butter. It’s the first liquid state of cocoa made by grinding cocoa nibs in a chocolate mill. You can use cocoa MASS as is, or you can separate it into cocoa butter and powder.
- Minimizes risk of heart disease and stroke
- Abundant in flavanols,
- Source of magnesium and other essential minerals
- Suppresses appetite and creates a feeling of fullness
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Organic Peanut Butter/Organic Peanuts
Those who love peanut butter love it for its great taste and smooth (or crunchy) texture. Adding peanut butter to a meal is known to aid in digestion by helping your body breakdown food slower and keep you full longer. Fun fact, peanuts are actually a LEGUME so they aren’t your average nut:
- Low in carbohydrates
- Excellent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Great source of protein
- Upgrades healthy fat intake with oleic and linoleic acid
- Manages blood glucose levels
- Elevates heart health
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Natural Almond Butter/Natural Almonds
Adding almonds to your diet is a win-win because they taste great and help you stay healthy too. Eating almonds provide essential minerals, vitamins, and fibre to your diet. Did you know almonds aren't tree nuts because they are a SEED:
- Source of vitamin E and antioxidants that can help prevent obesity and diabetes
- Embodies high monounsaturated fats which help promote heart health
- Elevates your brain cognitive brain function with sources of L-carnitine, riboflavin, and phenylalanine
- Diabetic-friendly by controlling blood sugar and insulin levels
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Organic Oat Fibre
Oat fibre is an insoluble fibre made by processing the oats' most outer shell, known as the hull. This ingredient has a mild flavour making it a great addition to baking. P.S. the oat fibre we source has been batch-tested to ensure that it is gluten-FREE:
- Filled with beta-glucan which makes you stay full longer
- Reduces heart disease and lowers cholesterol
- Elevates your microbiome by supporting healthy gut bacteria
- Excellent source to help manage glucose levels by preventing spiking after meals
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Organic MCT Powder
Medium-Chain Triglyceride, aka MCT, contains medium-length chains of fats called triglycerides that are easily digested and converted into energy. They are especially a great source of energy for your body and brain cells if you are in ketosis. Why we love MCTS:
- Minimizes lactate build-up and acts as a source of energy
- Combats yeast and bacterial growth with its fatty acids
- Treats and reduces risk factors for heart health
- Supports weight loss by increasing fullness, energy-burning, and gut health
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Natural Monk Fruit
Monk fruit, or lo han guo, is native to southern China and is up to 200 times sweeter than regular sugar. Our Monk Fruit juice concentrate has been pasteurized to ensure safe consumption. Now your tastebuds can experience sweetness without all the negative effects of refined sugar. Here’s why we think it’s pretty SWEET:
- Safe for all ages to consume, including pregnant women and children
- Weight-loss support - zero calories and carbs
- Eating it won’t raise glucose levels - safe for diabetics
- Excellent anti-inflammatory properties that prevent damage to cells
- Tastes great with no artificial aftertaste
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Organic Vanilla Extract
The ingredient that brings all the flavors together. Adding vanilla to delicious treats is the equivalent of seasoning a savoury dish with salt. It’s the final touch that gives a BOOST in flavour:
- Boasts antibacterial properties
- Offers powerful antioxidants
- Optimizes mental health
- Supports lowering cholesterol
- Treats inflammation in the body
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Himalayan Pink Salt
Naturally pretty in pink, this super SALT is mined near the Himalayas and loaded with minerals.
- Supports digestion and assists in the generation of hydroelectric energy in cells
- Aides hydration and regulates the water content throughout your body
- Lowers blood pressure and promotes vascular health
- Tackles muscle cramps and promotes bone strength
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