Organic Chocolate Crunchio

Crunchio tastes amazing, so good in fact it might feel like your having a treat! But Crunchio is so much more than great taste!

Crunchio is full of

-Antimicrobial Properties

-Magnesium

-Antioxidants (Cacao has over 40 times more Antioxidants than blueberries!)

-Iron - Cacao is the highest plant based source of iron

-Calcium - Cacaco has MORE CALCIUM than cows milk!

-Coconut sugar is LowGI, VITC and rich in electrolytes.

-Maca root contains more than 50 phyto-chemicals (flavonoids) including many vitamins such as B1, B2, B12, Vitamin C, and zinc. It also contains calcium, phosphorous, protein and fiber.

Ingredients: Ingredients : Cacao Powder*, Coconut Sugar*, Maca Powder* Reishi Mushroom Powder (Ganoderma Lucidum)*

*Symbolises Organic

All Natural. No added grain, starch, mycelium, or fillers.

Australian Owned and Operated.

Where we source our ingredients is produced on shared equipment that may process allergens.

*We do advise on all our products to seek advice from your health care professional on taking products if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. We only say so as we believe that every pregnancy is different, taking a toll differently on each individual body in vitamin, mineral and energy levels. We invite you to research the product to ensure that you are not sensitive to any particular ingredients.

Statements have not been evaluated by the TGA or FDA. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a medical condition please consult your healthcare professional before use.

The list is long but here are our favs!

-Reishi Mushroom can help reduce anxiety and enhance calm with its nerve tonic magic.

-Reishi is more potent product than many other mushroom extracts. Known to support the body’s innate ability to handle stress calming body and mind, Reishi can induce a state of relaxation.

-Reishi is also well known for its immune boosting properties and liver protection against toxins.

-Cacao is a superfood in itself- read our “whats in Crunchio” for the nutrient profile. Cacao acts as a natural mood elevator and anti- depressant…that why everyone loves chocolate!

-Macca Root is well known for improving energy levels, improving mood as well as learning and memory.

-Sugar gets a bad wrap but not COCONUT SUGAR! CS is helpful to help lower cholesterol, prevent oxidative stress, improve bone health and digestion.

All Natural. No added grain, starch, mycelium, or fillers.

Australian Owned and Operated.

*We do advise on all our products to seek advice from your health care professional on taking products if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. We only say so as we believe that every pregnancy is different, taking a toll differently on each individual body in vitamin, mineral and energy levels. We invite you to research the product to ensure that you are not sensitive to any particular ingredients.

Statements have not been evaluated by the TGA or FDA. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a medical condition please consult your healthcare professional before use.

MIX me in your fav milk for a cold chocolatey drink

MIX me in your fav HOT milk for a cup of hot choccy

MIX me in your fav smoothie for added choc yum and nutrients

SPRINKLE me on your fav ice cream

SPRINKLE me on your fav yoghurt

TURN me into brownies or choc crackles!

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

"Servings Per Pack: 62.5  |   Serving Size:  4g"

                       Average Per Serve       Average Per 100g

Energy                               59kJ                              1475kJ

Protein                              0.45g                             11.25g

"Fat, Total                          0.15g                             3.75g"

- saturated                      0.09g                             2.25g

Carbohydrate                2.7g                               67.5

-sugars                              2.2g                               55g

Sodium                               3.2g                               80g

DISCLAIMER

If you have any medical questions or concerns, please talk to your healthcare provider. The articles on Health Guide are underpinned by peer-reviewed research and information drawn from medical societies and governmental agencies. However, they are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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