In this first episode of the mini series; Cacao, the food of the gods, we will dive into the origin of cacao from about 5300 years ago until now. We will talk about the 4 varieties of cacao, the differences between them and we will discuss the health benefits of cacao. This episode will have a greater focus on scientific research and history rather than the spiritual aspect of ceremonial cacao which will be discussed in the second episode. I really hope you enjoy the beautiful story behind cacao and hereby I share with you the great articles, videos and other info that I have gathered for this episode:

https://www.mentalhelp.net/adhd/alternative-treatments/#:~:text=For%20some%20people%20with%20ADHD,used%20in%20treating%20the%20disorder.

https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.1100620108

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41559-018-0697-x.epdf?sharing_token=mwmBQaGmJgumkMsVRs1Yq9RgN0jAjWel9jnR3ZoTv0P4l4gXSkOmfIM_qL4nlkDkoit8CZee8NQzfx0lNf-7R9EGpJCOQZt_UX6xEYW9nKtpOikjUziQDAHnl801bzzVPIrSFf7nTrkW2-F7rP1vltFhxRzusQ63QaEywJtj-tpY6W3KfYQgap-o9L0OXlJ5n28hKVcE3P7bVif0Xt05es6XkHXEXIH7Q6TO5Begahk%3D&tracking_referrer=www.nationalgeographic.com

https://www.cacaomama.com/history-spirit/

https://barandcocoa.com/pages/varieties-of-cocoa-beans

https://www.williescacao.com/world-cacao/different-cacao-varieties/

https://www.alluviachocolate.com/spiritual-benefits-of-cacao/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In6iAXTnqEo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibjUpk9Iagk

Moreover, a incredibly big thank you to the wonderful woman who have guided me during all the ceremonies, starting with Maud and Brigitte, continuing with Nathalie, and Britta! Find there beautiful creations down below:

https://www.instagram.com/maudjelmersma?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/thepersonalyogi?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/she_retreats?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/nathaliekemna?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/kakalinakakao?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/brittawaechter?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

My own Instagram and the art I make together with Eline:

https://www.instagram.com/ouruniversalworld?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

https://www.instagram.com/auspicioussoulart?igshid=YzAwZjE1ZTI0Zg==

www.auspicioussoulart.com