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Organic Raw Cacao*
Organic Cocoa*
Grass-fed Bovine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides
Organic Beetroot*
Organic Cinnamon*
Organic Carob*
Organic Ashwagandha*
Organic Baobab*
Pink Himalayan Salt
Not suitable for vegans or vegetarians
| Nutrition | per 100g | per 10g | % NRV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENERGY | 328 | 33 | |
| FAT | 7 | 0.7 | |
| of which saturates | 4.1 | 0.4 | |
| monounsaturates | 2.2 | 0.2 | |
| polyunsaturates | 0.3 | 0 | |
| CARBOHYDRATES | 14 | 1.4 | |
| of which sugar | 5.1 | 0.5 | |
| FIBRE | 30 | 2.9 | |
| PROTEIN | 37 | 3.7 | |
| SALT | 1.3 | 0.1 | |
| Ashwagandha | 2000mg | 200mg | ** |
Cautionary Advice: Not recommended for pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are taking medication or under medical supervision, consult your doctor before taking any food supplement. Keep out of reach of young children.
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Cacao, the seed of Theobroma cacao or 'Food of the Gods' originates from the Amazon and was cultivated by the Aztecs and Mayans. Historically, it was consumed as a bitter drink and used in spiritual ceremonies, celebrated for its unique, almost mystical qualities.
Ashwagandha’s benefits extend well beyond stress resilience. Known for enhancing stamina and endurance by supporting heart and lung capacity, it also aids in energy and blood sugar balance. Additionally, Ashwagandha contains active compounds that are being studied for their potential to support brain health, making it a versatile herb for overall vitality.
Together, ingredients Raw Cacao, Cocoa, Beetroot, Cinnamon, Carob and Baobab provide a spectrum of essential minerals such as magnesium, iron and potassium which are beneficial for various bodily functions including energy production, bone health, muscle function and immune support.
This earthy powerhouse is rich in inorganic nitrates, which convert to nitric oxide, promoting blood vessel dilation and smoother circulation to support overall cardiovascular health. This benefit may be especially valuable post-menopause, as reduced oestrogen lowers nitric oxide levels, increasing heart disease risk.
With grounding ingredients and a rich, chocolatey aroma, this nourishing brew invites you to pause for a mindful moment. Taking the time to step away, breathe and savour your drink helps to calm the mind and body, creating a ripple effect of balance and positivity throughout your day.
By blending True MCT into either of our blends you add another layer of fuel to your day. You gain all the nourishing benefits of the hydrolysed collagen with the additional boost of fuel from the MCT. If you are consuming your Cacao + Collagen as part of your evening rest ritual, we wouldn't recommend adding True MCT oil to prevent any sleep disturbances from the additional energy intake.
Cacao naturally contains caffeine, so this is the first thing to consider when asking if the products are suitable for children. There is very little advice or official guidelines in the UK for the age at which it’s appropriate for children to start to drink caffeine, this tends to be down to the parent to decide. However, many children are very familiar with the natural levels of caffeine found in cacao from hot chocolate. Collagen is an important structural component of bones, connective tissue and skin required by the body during times of rapid growth and development. These products do also contain adaptogens which may not be suited to children of young ages.
Our Cacao + Collagen contains 2g of hydrolysed collagen peptides, specifically designed at a lower dose so you can adjust your daily dose, by adding more True or Wild Collagen if you wish. True and Wild Collagen contains 100% hydrolysed collagen peptides and we recommend a daily intake of 5-10g of collagen for optimal benefits. You could add an additional 3-8g (~1 teaspoon) of True or Wild Collagen to your Cacao + Collagen. You could add additional products such as True MCT Oil to your Cacao + Collagen if you wish too. Alongside the collagen content, you may experience benefits from the additional ingredients in Cacao + Collagen including Beetroot, Cinnamon, Carob, Ashwaganda and Baobab.
Cacao + Collagen can be taken alongside other Ancient + Brave products containing Ashwagandha, such as our Cacao + Reishi and Coffee + Collagen. However, be mindful of your total Ashwagandha intake to avoid exceeding recommended doses. Ashwagandha provided per serving in our current products: Cacao + Reishi 200mg; Coffee + Collagen 500mg; Cacao + Collagen 200mg. We do not recommend exceeding 1000mg per day.
We would suggest being mindful of our products containing botanicals like Ashwagandha, if you are monitoring your intake during pregnancy and breastfeeding. You should always speak to your doctor or midwife before introducing any new supplements or dietary changes during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Due to ethical constraints, studies in pregnant and breastfeeding individuals are limited, so we are unable to make specific recommendations. However, there are no known contraindications for Type I collagen peptides, and they are generally well tolerated. If in doubt, please consult your healthcare provider.
Cacao is a natural source of caffeine and our Cacao + Collagen contains 1620 mg/kg of caffeine. Although this is on the lower side, if you are caffeine sensitive it may not be the best suited product for you. However, as it contains 200mg of Ashwagandha per serving which is known to have a soothing effect.
This beautiful blend can be enjoyed any time of your day. However, we believe it is the perfect addition to your rest ritual. Due to the calming benefits of ashwagandha, we recommend taking a mindful moment to enjoy a warming cup of Cacao + Collagen before bed, to help you drift off into a restful night sleep.
We aim to deliver EU orders within 3-7 working days. Once it has been dispatched, we’ll email you a tracking code so that you can track your ritual's journey from our door to yours.
We hope you love Cacao + Collagen as much as we do. However, if you’d like to return an unopened product, we’re here to make that nice and easy. Simply contact us within 14 days of placing your order at hello@ancientandbrave.earth, letting us know your order number and reason for your return. Then, return the product to us within 28 days of your order date, and we’ll start processing your refund.
Overall rating: 4.83842 / 5 from 557 reviews.
Customers love the Cacao and Collagen blend for its taste and effectiveness, noticing a difference in their skin, nails, hair, and overall well-being. The packaging is praised as beautiful and top-notch. The product is considered a healthy alternative to pill supplements, offering great health benefits and a soothing evening drink.
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"I found this really easy to take. I bought this as a back up for my true collagen ,it mixes well and has a nice taste not too sweet or bitter I prefer to drink this in the evening as a drink befor bed . The only negative I have noticed is it is a little grainy when you come to the end of your drink but no worse than a lot of fresh coffee I have drunk"
"I think this cacao and collagen taste lovely. It has a nice calming feel, good to have an hour before bed with warm milk. Does leave a little powdery after mixing but not an issue, I just leave tiny bit in bottom of mug. The taste is mildly chocolate. I also take the Wild collagen in morning so am hoping both are doing me good, I feel like they are!"
"Nicely packaged but even although I love chocolate and cinnamon, I wasn't keen on the taste or the grainy residue at the bottom of the mug even though I stirred it thoroughly. This is just personal taste and it seems like a good product but not for me."
"Not only does this taste great very easy to make and I love the combination of ingredients. A hot chocolate with benefits."
"I love this product, it is part of my morning routine."
"I like it more than the coffee as I can have it anytime so, I tend to have it before I go to bed and I do believe I have a much more restful sleep. It tastes ok, I put half a teaspoon of Manuka honey with it as well. What is does for me I’m not really sure."
"Lovely to have the collagen with cacao in a morning coffee."
"Hi I love this product, it’s really helped relax me ready for bed, I still sometime take a while to sleep, but I stay asleep miw, and wake up refreshed. Love the chocolate flavour , have it an hour before bed every night ."
"Love the packaging, taste, ingredients, how it makes me feel and look."
"My daily treat. I love this drink. It seems to sit well with my mood; it gives me a boost as I usually drink it early to mid-afternoon. My tummy certainly seems to be very happy with it as well, which is sometimes not the case for me. Taste is delicious and it is super healthy to boot. Great work guys!"
