Cacao is a tree from America that produces a fruit of the same name that can be used as an ingredient for foods, among which chocolate stands out. Its use dates back to the times of the Mayans, Aztecs and Incas, and since then it has been used for both nutritional and medical purposes.
Composition
Cocoa has a high level of fat (especially saturated, and to a lesser extent, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated), carbohydrates and proteins, but it also contains magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, theobromine, caffeine, antioxidants and water, among others.
Cocoa also stands out for having a high energy contribution, which is why it is usually indicated for those people who carry out sports activities or physical exercise intensely.
