Love Chocolate? 4 Health Benefits of Cacao Nibs

Cacao nibs are the cracked pieces of cacao beans.

Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD

Published on June 5, 2023

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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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