Yes! All our chocolates are gluten free. While we donât have a celiac certificate, no gluten is present in our factory. When it comes to dairy, as a precaution we state that our products may contain traces of milk due to some of our ingredients sharing equipment.
Loco Love 35g bars - uses cacao from small farms in Peru (occasionally Ecuador, Papua New Guinea or Guatemala), its is labeled as a organic cacao. We will only ever use the best cacao in our chocolates. Ceremonial sun Discs - are crafted from âChuncho Urushayhuaâ is a rare and pure genetic variety of Peruvian cacao that has been wildcrafted for centuries by the Machiguenga people, deep in the high jungle of the Peruvian Andes. It is believed that this sacred cacao carries a particular frequency that resonates with the human soul. Luvio uses a blend of certified Fair Trade beans from South America and Parts of Africa.
Loco Love 35g bars - We use organic coconut blossom sugar and believe that this is a superior sweetener to refined white cane sugar. We also use organic brown rice syrup, which is a fructose-free sweetener that provides quick, steady energy, is gentle on digestion, gluten-free, low-allergen, and made without additives or chemical processing. Luvio chocolate is sweetened Maple Syrup, We believe sweet should mean nourishing, not depleting. Thatâs why we use 100% pure maple syrup; a mineral-rich, antioxidant-dense sweetener that supports your body rather than burdening it. Maple syrup is naturally high in zinc, magnesium, potassium, and riboflavin, with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that may help balance blood sugar, support immunity, and protect against oxidative stress; similar to the benefits found in green tea and blueberries. In contrast, refined cane sugar is stripped of nutrients, causes sharp blood sugar spikes, and contributes to inflammation, gut imbalance, and metabolic stress. IMO (isomalto-oligosaccharide), often used in âsugar-freeâ treats, is a highly processed ingredient marketed as fiber; but studies show it can spike insulin, disrupt gut health, and mislead the bodyâs metabolic signals.
Tonic herbs are extracted plant material that are used to restore the body, support the immune system and support overall well-being. Tonic herbs also may support strength, endurance, fertility, immune function, vitality, energy, and more.
We choose not to use weird sweeteners (we are well aware of them all) though we donât feel comfortable consuming or creating such an artificial food. Chocolate is a sweet food to be eaten in moderation, we know that we would rather eat a natural sugar from a plant, then from one that has been created artificially in a lab. Erythritol was discovered as a bi product from a cleaning company in Japan.
We independently test our cacao and chocolate for cadmium, lead, arsenic and mercury. Recently in the media there has been some headlines around the cadmium and Lead content of cacao. This was mainly based in the US where regulations are a little more relaxed around the contaminants in food products. Australia is very strict when it comes to this. Please find more information on the levels of contaminants and natural occurring toxins HERE.
As you can see the amount allowed per mg/kg in cacao is 0.5mg per kg which is a tiny amount and there is no standard for lead in cacao as it is very minimal. Lead however in other foods such as fish, salt and vegetables is more concerning though not making headlines. Loco Love tests its cacao paste and chocolate for heavy metals as well as mycotoxins. Our products contain no mycotoxins and in comparison to other companies who might not even test very low heavy metals.
Cacao is a powerhouse of magnesium, the essential mineral that supports muscles, nerves, and relaxation.
Our cacao delivers around 298mg per 100g, giving you a nourishing boost of this vital nutrient. We tested these levels a couple of weeks ago.
For perspective, leading health bodies like the NIH, NHMRC & WHO recommend 310â420 mg daily for adults. So while cacao wonât be your sole source, itâs a delicious way to top up your intake.
We independently test for 12 of the most common mycotoxins and our chocolate does not contain any.
All of our chocolates are pregnancy safe. However, we always recommend consulting with your healthcare provider to ensure everything is suitable for you. For our Higher Being Medicinal Tonic, it is best to consult your personal health care provider about herbal supplements. Though there is no evidence to say it is not safe.
A tiny touch of soy lecithin (less than 0.5%) is added. Soy lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, it is not a toxic ingredient. Studies highlight that soy lecithin may help: ⢠Support healthy cholesterol balance, it contains phosphatidylcholine, which can help maintain normal lipid metabolism. ⢠Nourish brain + cell health, choline in lecithin is essential for memory, focus and healthy nerve function. ⢠Gut support ,lecithin may help strengthen the mucosal lining of the gut, supporting digestion and comfort. We use it at less than 0.5% simply to improve mouthfeel and keep our chocolate from blooming, but the added nutritional benefits are a sweet bonus.
Yes! All our chocolates are gluten free. While we donât have a celiac certificate, no gluten is present in our factory. When it comes to dairy, as a precaution we state that our products may contain traces of milk due to some of our ingredients sharing equipment.
Loco Love 35g bars - uses cacao from small farms in Peru (occasionally Ecuador, Papua New Guinea or Guatemala), its is labeled as a organic cacao. We will only ever use the best cacao in our chocolates. Ceremonial sun Discs - are crafted from âChuncho Urushayhuaâ is a rare and pure genetic variety of Peruvian cacao that has been wildcrafted for centuries by the Machiguenga people, deep in the high jungle of the Peruvian Andes. It is believed that this sacred cacao carries a particular frequency that resonates with the human soul. Luvio uses a blend of certified Fair Trade beans from South America and Parts of Africa.
Loco Love 35g bars - We use organic coconut blossom sugar and believe that this is a superior sweetener to refined white cane sugar. We also use organic brown rice syrup, which is a fructose-free sweetener that provides quick, steady energy, is gentle on digestion, gluten-free, low-allergen, and made without additives or chemical processing. Luvio chocolate is sweetened Maple Syrup, We believe sweet should mean nourishing, not depleting. Thatâs why we use 100% pure maple syrup; a mineral-rich, antioxidant-dense sweetener that supports your body rather than burdening it. Maple syrup is naturally high in zinc, magnesium, potassium, and riboflavin, with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that may help balance blood sugar, support immunity, and protect against oxidative stress; similar to the benefits found in green tea and blueberries. In contrast, refined cane sugar is stripped of nutrients, causes sharp blood sugar spikes, and contributes to inflammation, gut imbalance, and metabolic stress. IMO (isomalto-oligosaccharide), often used in âsugar-freeâ treats, is a highly processed ingredient marketed as fiber; but studies show it can spike insulin, disrupt gut health, and mislead the bodyâs metabolic signals.
Tonic herbs are extracted plant material that are used to restore the body, support the immune system and support overall well-being. Tonic herbs also may support strength, endurance, fertility, immune function, vitality, energy, and more.
We choose not to use weird sweeteners (we are well aware of them all) though we donât feel comfortable consuming or creating such an artificial food. Chocolate is a sweet food to be eaten in moderation, we know that we would rather eat a natural sugar from a plant, then from one that has been created artificially in a lab. Erythritol was discovered as a bi product from a cleaning company in Japan.
We independently test our cacao and chocolate for cadmium, lead, arsenic and mercury. Recently in the media there has been some headlines around the cadmium and Lead content of cacao. This was mainly based in the US where regulations are a little more relaxed around the contaminants in food products. Australia is very strict when it comes to this. Please find more information on the levels of contaminants and natural occurring toxins HERE.
As you can see the amount allowed per mg/kg in cacao is 0.5mg per kg which is a tiny amount and there is no standard for lead in cacao as it is very minimal. Lead however in other foods such as fish, salt and vegetables is more concerning though not making headlines. Loco Love tests its cacao paste and chocolate for heavy metals as well as mycotoxins. Our products contain no mycotoxins and in comparison to other companies who might not even test very low heavy metals.
Cacao is a powerhouse of magnesium, the essential mineral that supports muscles, nerves, and relaxation.
Our cacao delivers around 298mg per 100g, giving you a nourishing boost of this vital nutrient. We tested these levels a couple of weeks ago.
For perspective, leading health bodies like the NIH, NHMRC & WHO recommend 310â420 mg daily for adults. So while cacao wonât be your sole source, itâs a delicious way to top up your intake.
We independently test for 12 of the most common mycotoxins and our chocolate does not contain any.
All of our chocolates are pregnancy safe. However, we always recommend consulting with your healthcare provider to ensure everything is suitable for you. For our Higher Being Medicinal Tonic, it is best to consult your personal health care provider about herbal supplements. Though there is no evidence to say it is not safe.
A tiny touch of soy lecithin (less than 0.5%) is added. Soy lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, it is not a toxic ingredient. Studies highlight that soy lecithin may help: ⢠Support healthy cholesterol balance, it contains phosphatidylcholine, which can help maintain normal lipid metabolism. ⢠Nourish brain + cell health, choline in lecithin is essential for memory, focus and healthy nerve function. ⢠Gut support ,lecithin may help strengthen the mucosal lining of the gut, supporting digestion and comfort. We use it at less than 0.5% simply to improve mouthfeel and keep our chocolate from blooming, but the added nutritional benefits are a sweet bonus.