The cocoa bean, also known as cocoa (/ ˈkoʊ.koʊ /) or cacao (/ kəˈkaʊ /), [1] is the dried and fully fermented seed of Theobroma cacao, the cacao tree, from which cocoa solids (a mixture of nonfat …

Jul 12, 2023 · If you buy chocolate, you’ve likely noticed that some packages say they contain cacao while others say cocoa. This article tells you the difference between cacao and cocoa and which one's...

Cacao, tropical evergreen tree grown for its edible seeds. Native to lowland rainforests of South America, cacao is grown commercially in the New World tropics as well as western Africa and …

Oct 27, 2025 · Cacao powder is made from raw cacao beans and nibs that are fermented, roasted, and milled into a powder. It's similar to cocoa powder, but it’s more nutritious because it's less processed.

Oct 30, 2025 · Cacao provides antioxidants that fight inflammation and may improve heart and brain health. It contains magnesium and iron for essential bodily functions.

Jul 2, 2025 · Cacao is the raw form of the seed from the Theobroma cacao tree, widely recognized in its unprocessed, natural state. These seeds, commonly known as cacao beans, are the building blocks …

Oct 15, 2025 · Cacao, the raw beans from which chocolate is made, has many health properties because of its plant compounds, known as flavonoids. These compounds can aid in blood pressure …