Are Cacao Nibs Toxic?

Question

I was told that cacao is toxic. Is that true? I've been reading a lot about how healthy it is and I'm interested in trying it, but not if it's toxic.

Answer 1

Chocolate is toxic to animals. Dark chocolate has antioxidants. I haven't heard anything about Cocoa Nibs. As with many foods on the market, there might be harmful chemicals in it, but I'd have to read the ingredients.

As with anything you read or hear there will always be arguments for and against. http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.ph...

Answer 2

that's just chocolate, right?  

well if it was toxic, I'd be dead.

Answer 3

It is not true! :) In fact, I just ate nibs some today. The nib is a lot like a coffee bean, and quite bitter tasting, but I enjoy them. You might want to try them as part of a trail mix, or with some fruit to help take away the bitterness but still keep it healthy.