02. Honest & Ethical Cacao. The benefits and history of this soulful plant with Irma of Mamamuti.

This diverse plant can work with us on a physical, emotional and energetic level. Cacao is so bio available and can support us in many ailments. With ancient seeds the cacao craze has grown immensely in the health and wellness realm, and for good reason. But do you need to be spiritually attuned to participate in the joy of cacao? Irma believes cacao is accessible for everyone. Today I am speaking to Irma, creator of Mamamuti. An ethical premium organic cacao business based in sunny Raglan. Irma is a homeopath with a lifetime of knowledge and love for plants. She has such a tangible way of helping us understand how cacao works in the body and its rich history. We dive deep into how Cacao Ceremonies have grown over the last few years and share's insight on where the concept of 'Cacao Ceremony' originates from. Despite popular belief, Cacao Ceremonies have very little in common with ancient indenious practices and were brought to the west by an American man. So next time you feel 'bad' about perhaps not being as 'spiritual' as what you see on instagram - know that cacao is intended for everyone. What we cover:Benefits & use  History & origins The science of cacaoHow it moved in to the westThe importance of ethical tradingThe cacao industry, farmers, brokers. The origins of Cacao CeremoniesSocials:IRMA - instagram |  @mamamuti_cacao AIO- instagram | @aio.thepodcast - tik tok @aio.thepodcast TARIKURA-  @tarikura_ DONATE: My loves, help keep this podcast alive by donating! A few dollars can go a long way. Your donation will directly go to studio hire, software, equipment and direct operational costs, helping me bring on high calibre guest and continueing to provide you with this free resource.  Your hard earned cash is greatly valued - thank you xx https://buy.stripe.com/7sI3fr09E3Xocyk7ss