typical Ingredients:  100% theobroma cacao* [natural whole Arriba bean from small farms in the Loja Province of Ecuador]; almonds or cashews or pecans or walnuts or shredded coconut or tiger nuts (non-tree nut); Thompson raisins*; Salvia hispanica [aka chia seeds]*; sweet almond oil; grape seed oil; Cinnamomum verum*, Pouteria lucuma, Elettaria cardamomum*, Stevia rebaudiana [green powdered]*, Zingiber official [ginger]*. 
Additional ingredients in Superfood recipe include bee pollen and bee propolis and chaga mushroom powder and Lepidium meyenii [aka maca root powder].  Superfood enhanced recipe omits flavouring oils but still offers choice of nuts.  Flavour recipes use orange oils, spearmint oil, and powdered peanut butter.

Theobroma Cacao (chocolate)
According to studies cacao is the richest source of theobromine on the planet, and the inspiration behind  the name itself was a term derived from Greek that translates as "food of the gods." Theobromine is a gentle stimulant closely related to caffeine that can be used to promote cardiovascular health, improve performance and cognitive function. As well as boost your mood with serotonin, tryptophan, tyrosine, and phenylethylamine, four scientifically proven bliss chemicals commonly associated with the feeling of well-being and happiness. Raw cacao is also an incredible source of antioxidants (around 40 times the amount as blueberries) that help absorb free radicals and oxidation in our bodies. It is dense in vitamins and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and calcium making it a great addition to your regular diet.

Cinnamomum verum [cinnamon]
Cinnamon is a spice that is made from the inner bark of trees scientifically known as Cinnamomum. There are two main types: ceylon cinnamon, also known as “true” cinnamon and cassia cinnamon the most commonly available variety today and what people typically refer to as “cinnamon.” The distinct aroma and flavor of cinnamon can be attributed to its oils, high in the compound cinnamaldehyde which is what scientists believe to be responsible for its powerful affects on your health and metabolism. Packed with anti-oxidants, including polyphenols, this spice has anti-inflammatory properties which give it the ability to help with things such as reducing triglycerides, blood sugar, as well as total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, 

Elettaria cardamomum [cardamom]
Originated in India, cardamom comes from the seeds of several different plants that belong to the same family as ginger. The seeds, oils and extracts of cardamom are thought to have powerful medicinal properties and have been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
Researchers say that due to its natural diuretic effects, antibacterial properties, and high antioxidants levels cardamom can help to lower blood pressure levels, aid with digestion, improve oral health, and may even increase the activity of cancer fighting enzymes.

Salvia hispanica [aka chia seeds]
Chia seeds are tiny black or white seeds from the plant Salvia hispanica. Historically, Aztec and Mayan civilizations used the seeds in their diets, as well as for medicinal purposes, religious rituals, and cosmetics. Chia seeds are highly nutritious, loaded with antioxidants, fiber, protein, and omega-3s. Studies show that these little seeds may be able to help with things such as bone health, weight loss, lowering blood sugar levels, and reducing risk of heart disease.

Thompson raisins
Like other dried fruits, thompson raisins, are a sweet and delicious addition to any diet but what sets them apart is that they are amazing source of energy-producing carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants known as phenols. They are excellent source of the trace element boron which works with calcium and vitamin D to aid and improve in bone and joint health. Raisins also contain phytochemicals that could promote healthy teeth and gums. The phytochemicals in raisins, including oleanolic acid, linoleic acid, and linolenic acid, fight the bacteria in your mouth that can lead to cavities. In other words, eating raisins in place of sugary snack foods can actually keep your smile beautiful and healthy.

Pouteria lucuma
Lucuma is the fruit of the Pouteria lucuma tree native to South America. Lucuma is a delicious fruit loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. One tablespoon or 7.5 grams of lucuma powder also provides calcium, iron, potassium, niacin, and vitamin C — though these amounts generally cover a small amount of the daily values needed it is still significantly more nutritious than some of its counterparts. Nicknamed the “gold of the Incas,” lucuma has been used as a traditional remedy in South America for centuries now most commonly found in a powdered form. Due to its sweet taste, it can be used as a healthier alternative to sugar and other sweeteners with more nutrients, half the carbs, and 75% less sugar content than the same portion of a regular table sugar.

Stevia rebaudiana
Stevia, also called Stevia rebaudiana, is a plant that is a member of the chrysanthemum family, a subgroup of the Asteraceae family (ragweed family). Stevia sweetness is mainly due to steviol glycosides, that are 250-300 times sweeter than sucrose.

Chaga Mushrooms
Chaga mushrooms, which tend to grow on birch trees in cold climates, have a rocklike appearance and a bitter vanilla-like flavor unlike other mushrooms. High in antioxidants chaga mushrooms can be used to help reduce inflammation, lower bad cholesterol, reduce blood sugar level, and even fight off harmful bacteria.

Lepidium meyenii [aka maca root powder]
Maca [lepidium meyenii] sometimes referred to as Peruvian ginseng, is a plant that originated in the Peruvian Andes mountains used as a remedy to treat certain health issues. The part most commonly used, the root, contains amino acids, fiber, as well as many vitamins and minerals. It also contains other bioactive compounds, including macamides, macaridine, alkaloids, and glucosinolates, which are thought to be responsible for maca’s medicinal benefits. This amazing super food is known for its ability to reduce stress, fight depression, improve fertility and libido, as well as increase energy levels.

Bee Pollen
Bee pollen is a ball comprised of a mixture of pollen, saliva, and nectar or honey collected by young bees when they land on flowers which is then taken back to the hive to feed the colony.

Bee Propolis
Bee propolis is created when bees combine sap from needle-leaved trees with the bees' discharge and wax making a sticky green-brownish substance used to build their hives. Propolis is thought to have antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.