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Cacao: The Sacred Bean of the Gods Ah, cacao – the delightful source that gifts us chocolate. But did you know that long before it became the sweet treat we know and love today, cacao held a far more profound significance? In the heart of ancient Mesoamerica, the Maya revered cacao as a divine gift,…
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The Allure of 70% Dark Chocolate Have you ever wondered why chocolate connoisseurs rave about 70% dark chocolate? At Mr Popple’s Chocolate, we’ve been handcrafting artisanal chocolate bars since 2007, and like most other artisan producers we have our own 70% bar in our lineup. Our Signature Seventy chocolate bar is closely based to the…
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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…
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Have 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…
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The 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…
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The 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…
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Mental 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…
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In 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…
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By Ben Popple, founder of Mr Popple’s Chocolate · Updated June 2026 · 6 min read 🍫 The 60-second answer 100% dark chocolate is pure cacao with nothing else added, which means no sugar, no dairy, no fillers. Per 100g you get more protein, fibre, magnesium and polyphenols than any other type of chocolate, plus…
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