Cacaoceremonie box

Cacao affects both the body and mind in profound ways, physically nourishing your body, harmonizing your hormones, and opening the heart and mind spiritually.

Cacao can improve circulation, brain function, mood stability, cardiovascular support and reduces stress. It works heart-opening, deepens intuition and meditation and enhances emotional healing. Cacao increases dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and reduces cortisol for a balanced mood and emotional well-being.

This combination makes cacao a unique and powerful tool for personal transformation.
Learn more about the effects of cacao.

Ingrediënten:

• Ceremoniële cacao (10-25 gram lichte dosis, 25-35 gram gemiddelde dosis, 35-45 gram ceremoniële dosis).
• Water of (plantaardige) melk naar keuze.
• Specerijen zoals kaneel en/of cayennepeper. Cayenne versterkt zowel de fysieke als energetische effecten van cacao door de bloedsomloop te verbeteren, de spijsvertering te ondersteunen en de hartopenende sensaties van cacao te versterken door het verwarmende effect.
• Natuurlijke zoetstoffen naar keuze zoals honing, ahornsiroop of agave.

Methode n° 1:

1. Verhit water zonder het te laten koken.
2. Meng de cacao en meng tot een glad mengsel.
3. Voeg specerijen naar keuze toe.
4. Gebruik een melkopschuimer, blender of handklopper om er een schuimige drank van te maken.
5. Om het wat zoeter te maken, voeg natuurlijke zoetstof toe.
6. Roer met liefde en intentie, verbindend met het plantmedicijn.

Methode n° 2:

1. Smelt de cacao zonder het te laten "koken".
2. Wanneer de cacao gesmolten is, voeg je de gewenste specerijen toe en meng je deze er door.
3. Voeg al roerend, beetje bij beetje water toe totdat het de dikte heeft die je prettig vindt.
4. Om het wat zoeter te maken, voeg natuurlijke zoetstof toe.
5. Roer met liefde en intentie, verbindend met het plantmedicijn.

• 50/100/150/200 gram biologische, rauwe cacao pasta.
• Kruiden en adaptogenen (flesjes met elk een inhoud van 10ml).
• Ceremony of Essence | Kaneel en cayennepeper.
• Ceremony of Mind | Kaneel, cayennepeper, cordyceps en lion’s mane.
• Ceremony of Stillness | Kaneel, cayennepeper, lavendel,chaga en ashwagandha.
• Ceremony of Strength | Kaneel, cayennepeper, kurkuma en reishi
• Ceremony of Passion | Kaneel, cayennepeper, kardemon en roos.
• Palo Santo stick.

Cinnamon
Cinnamon is known for its ability to support digestion, helping the body break down and absorb cacao’s beneficial compounds, such as theobromine, antioxidants, and magnesium, more effectively. Cinnamon has a gentle warming effect that complements cacao’s natural properties, helping to balance the body’s energy and create a calming, soothing sensation. This warmth enhances the heart-opening qualities of cacao. Like cacao, cinnamon can promote blood circulation. This increased blood flow improves the delivery of nutrients in cacao, leading to a more potent and immediate experience.
Cinnamon is known for its protective and uplifting properties. When added to ceremonial cacao, it enhances the sacredness of the experience, deepening the spiritual connection.

Cayenne
Cayenne is known for its ability to increase blood circulation, which can complement cacao's natural properties. Cayenne can aid digestion, which helps the body more efficiently process cacao and absorb its beneficial compounds. Better digestion means the body can break down and utilize the theobromine, antioxidants, and magnesium in cacao more effectively. The warming properties of cayenne intensifies cacao's heart-opening effects, creating a more pronounced energetic shift and aiding relaxation.

Lion's mane is known for its neuroprotective properties and ability to promote brain health by stimulating the production of nerve growth factor (NGF). NGF is essential for the growth, maintenance, and survival of neurons, which helps improve memory, focus and concentration, and mental clarity. 
Cordyceps is famous for its ability to boost physical and mental energy. It enhances oxygen uptake and cellular energy production, which leads to better mental endurance, stamina and sustained focus.
Both lion's mane and cordyceps are adaptogens, meaning they help the body adapt to physical and mental stress. Lion’s mane supports emotional balance and reduces anxiety, while cordyceps promotes resilience to stress by regulating the body’s response to fatigue and pressure. Together, they help manage stress. A perfect combination for your brain health.

Lavender is known for its calming properties, helping to reduce anxiety and (mental) tension. Its soothing aroma promotes relaxation and can ease stress. This immediate calming effect lays the groundwork for deeper relaxation.
As an adaptogen, ashwagandha helps the body adapt to stress while regulating cortisol levels, the primary stress hormone. It fosters emotional balance and resilience, complementing lavender’s soothing qualities. Together, they create a more profound sense of calm, enabling you to feel grounded and secure.
Chaga is known for its grounding effects and immune-supporting properties. While it doesn’t have the immediate calming effects of lavender, it helps stabilize energy and supports the body in coping with stress. This grounding quality complements the relaxation promoted by lavender and ashwagandha, ensuring a holistic sense of well-being.

Both reishi and turmeric are known for their strong anti-inflammatory properties.
Reishi and turmeric are both rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Oxidative stress can weaken the immune system. They work together to neutralize free radicals, reducing oxidative damage and supporting immune cell health. Reishi is an immunomodulator and turmeric also has immunomodulatory effects, meaning it helps balance the immune system by enhancing or suppressing immune activity as needed. Chronic stress is a major factor that can weaken the immune system. Reishi is a powerful adaptogen that helps the body manage stress by regulating cortisol levels and promoting relaxation. Turmeric, with its anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties, can also help reduce the negative impact of stress on the body. Both reishi and turmeric support gut health, which is closely tied to immune function. Reishi promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and has prebiotic properties, while turmeric helps improve digestion and reduce gut inflammation.

The warming and energizing properties of cardamom stimulates both the body and mind, helping to boost vitality and enthusiasm. It awakens the senses, encourages alertness, and provides the energy needed to take action. Rose, on the other hand, gently nurtures and supports emotional well-being, helping to cultivate a sense of joy and excitement, and encourages reflection and emotional depth. Together, they fuel the inner fire needed to pursue goals and passions with renewed energy. Rose’s calming effects help reduce emotional turbulence, promoting a peaceful mind that is more receptive to inspiration and passion. Cardamom also reduces mental fatigue, enhancing clarity and focus. This combination creates a balanced state of mind where creativity and passion can flourish without being clouded by stress or overwhelm.