open cacao pod full of cacao beans with an intact pod behind it on a bed of cacao beans - Atlantide Phototravel/Getty Images When you hear "cacao," your mind probably jumps to decadent chocolate ...

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If you've ever stood in the baking aisle wondering whether to grab cacao or cocoa powder, you're not alone. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to different products ...

Many chocolate lovers already know that cacao is the heart of every chocolate treat. But cacao is more than just flavor. It also contains compounds linked to mood, circulation and sexual health. From ...