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Thursday 27 September, 2007 Written by Sat Daya Singh

Climbing and Hiking? You Need Cacao!

You're headed to the mountains this weekend for an overnight backpacking trip.

For the past week, your thoughts have been filled with visions of starry nights in alpine meadows surrounded by towering peaks...

But first you must tackle several monster climbs before reaching your dream campsite. Cacao nibs or beans will provide the clean energetic boost to get you there.

Cacao is a natural choice for trekkers, climbers, snowboarders, and all other outdoor enthusiasts. It contains several nutrients that provide a clean energetic boost. Theobromine is a smooth stimulant with a kick much gentler than caffeine. The last thing you want in your time in the backcountry is a roller coaster ride ending in coffee jitters.

Cacao also contains phenylethylamine (PEA) and anandamide, which bring sustained focus and clarity (anandamide is named after the Sanskrit word for "bliss").

Cacao is one of the top sources of magnesium, a chemical essential in regulating blood pressure. It is loaded with anti-oxidants, containing three times as many as green tea and four times as much as red wine.

Not only does cacao deliver superior energy, you can utilize it in places where coffee or tea is impractical. Setting up a stove and boiling water doesn't work if you are half way up a granite slab or trekking up switchbacks on a high pass in the Sierras.

Just reach into your bag and grab a handful of cacao nibs. There is no need to waste time or effort setting up a stove and waiting for water to boil.

If you want to sweeten up cacao's strong flavor, try a bite of date or banana with that handful of nibs and let the flavors blend as you chew...yum!

Cacao is the new choice for those seeking an extra boost on their next journey to the wilderness. It's smooth, clean energy and convenience make it a must for your every adventure!