Love Chocolate? 4 Health Benefits of Cacao Nibs

You’ve probably heard of some health benefits of chocolate, but these perks don’t apply to all chocolate foods. For example, very dark chocolate has more benefits than a milk chocolate candy bar.

One of the most nutritious forms of chocolate is cacao nibs, which are cracked pieces of cacao beans. They are unsweetened and have a pure, intense flavor, and they have the health benefits of chocolate without the risks of too much sugar.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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