Tag: Cacao history

Dating back over 4000 years, ancient Mesoamerican cultures like the Aztecs and Mayans used cacao in ceremonial rituals and as a remedy for a wide range of ailments. This raises the question: Was dark chocolate used as a medicine throughout history, and how did perceptions of its healing properties evolve over centuries?

Archaeological evidence shows cacao was used in Mesoamerican cultures as early as 1500 BC, but many modern claims about its ceremonial form are misleading. The truth about ceremonial cacao involves understanding its rich history, its minimally processed nature, and how it differs significantly from modern chocolate.