MR POPPLE'S BLOG
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Unwinding with the Power of Raw Cacao: Nature’s Stress-Buster Have you ever wondered why some chocolate makes you feel more relaxed than others? The secret lies in the magical world of raw cacao. As an artisan chocolatier with over 15 years of experience (of eating chocolate every day as well as making it!), I’ve come…
Read MoreHave you ever considered that, of all things, chocolate could actually boost your athletic performance? It might sound too good to be true, but recent research suggests that dark chocolate, in particular, can be more than just a guilty pleasure. In fact, it might just give you the edge you need in your next sporting…
Read MoreThe Delicious Connection Between Chocolate and Skin Health Imagine biting into a square of rich, velvety chocolate and discovering it’s not just a treat for your taste buds, but a potential boon for your skin as well. Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Well, prepare to be pleasantly surprised! As an artisan chocolate…
Read MoreThe Sweet Science: How Chocolate Affects Your Body Clock Have you ever found yourself reaching for a chocolate bar late at night, only to toss and turn for hours afterward? Or perhaps you’ve noticed a boost in energy and focus after savouring a square of dark chocolate or raw cacao in the afternoon? As it…
Read MorePicture this: you’ve just ordered a delectable assortment of artisanal chocolate bars, eagerly anticipating their arrival. But as the delivery date approaches, a nagging worry creeps into your mind. What if your precious parcel is left outside, exposed to the elements or, worse yet, falls into the wrong hands? Enter the practical solution of letterbox chocolate…
Read MoreMental Clarity: How to Enhance Cognitive Performance with Mr Popple’s Chocolate, made with Raw Cacao
Have you ever wished you could sharpen your focus, banish brain fog, and power through your to-do list with laser-like clarity? As a chocolate maker and cacao entrepeneur, I’ve always been fascinated by the potential of this beloved treat to not only tantalise the taste buds but to nourish the mind. What if I told…
Read MoreIn recent years, yacon syrup has been gaining traction as a natural, low-calorie sweetener with potential health benefits, particularly for weight loss and management. This unique, delicious and healthy sweetener, naturally derived from the roots of the yacon plant native to the Peruvian Andes, has piqued the interest of health-conscious individuals seeking alternatives to traditional…
Read More100% chocolate bars, also known as unsweetened chocolate or 100% cacao bars, are made entirely from cacao beans, without any added sugar, milk, or in fact any other ingredients. This pure form of chocolate is rich in flavanols, a type of polyphenol antioxidant which may provide cardiovascular benefits. Unlike milk or white chocolate, which contain a…
Read MoreChocolate – the mere mention of this delectable treat conjures up images of decadence and indulgence. For years, chocolate has been portrayed as an unhealthy temptation, a guilty pleasure to be savoured sparingly. However, the rise of low glycaemic index (GI) chocolate has turned this notion on its head, offering a healthier alternative for those…
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