The cacao bean is full of antioxidants, fat, carbohydrates, protein, polyphenols like flavonoids that are antioxidants, minerals like calcium, magnesium, sulfur, copper, iron, zinc and potassium, oleic acid which is a heart-healthy essential monounsaturated fat, fiber and vitamins E, B2, B1, B5, B3 and B9 and a small amount of vitamin C and A.
Fiber content in cacao fruit is beneficial for digestion by increasing digestive enzyme production.
Fiber content keeps you feeling full for longer. This controls appetite and helps promote weight loss.