Written by the Plenthera team (orthomolecularly trained). Scientifically reviewed in May 2026. Last updated: 28 May 2026.

Big Food Pure Cacao is a product from the range of the Dutch wholefood brand Big Food. Big Food Pure Cacao is raw organic cacao powder — rich in polyphenols (especially flavanols) and magnesium. For smoothies, baking and hot drinks. On this page you will find all Plenthera products from Big Food Pure Cacao, plus background on use, dosage and origin.

On this pageAbout Big Food · What is Pure Cacao used for? · How do you use it? · Frequently asked questions · Combine with · Sources

About Big Food

Big Food is a Dutch wholefood brand focused on ancestral nutrition: freeze-dried grass-fed organs, bone broth, and wholefood supplements such as psyllium, creatine, colostrum and cacao. Products are processed as little as possible and produced or packed in the Netherlands.

What is Pure Cacao used for?

Big Food Pure Cacao is raw organic cacao powder — rich in polyphenols (especially flavanols) and magnesium. For smoothies, baking and hot drinks.

How do you use it?

Dosage

5-15 g per day (1-2 tablespoons).

When to take it

Mix into a smoothie, warm milk or baked goods.

Frequently asked questions

What is Big Food Pure Cacao?

Big Food Pure Cacao is raw organic cacao powder — rich in polyphenols (especially flavanols) and magnesium. For smoothies, baking and hot drinks. Part of the Dutch Big Food range.

Is Big Food Pure Cacao grass-fed or organic?

Wherever possible, Big Food chooses grass-fed, organic or wild-caught sources. See the specific product label for current certification.

How much Pure Cacao per day?

See the product page and the label for exact recommendations. The dosage of wholefood supplements varies per product.

Can I take Pure Cacao during pregnancy?

Wholefood supplements are generally safe. Take extra care with liver supplements because of vitamin A limits. If in doubt: consult your midwife.

Does Pure Cacao contain allergens?

See the product label for exact allergen information.

Why a Dutch wholefood supplement?

Local production shortens transport chains, supports Dutch farmers and makes raw materials quickly traceable.

Combining with other categories

Big Food Pure Cacao fits into a wholefood approach:

• Big Food — all Big Food products
• Ancestral food — ancestral wholefood context
• Superfoods & Mushrooms — broader wholefood category
• Supplements — for the broader picture
• Cacao — for all cacao products
• Superfoods & Mushrooms — broader superfood category

Sources & references

• Big Food — product dossiers and origin information
• EFSA — Regulation (EU) 432/2012 (where relevant)
• Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) — wholefood and organ meat

Disclaimer: This text is for information purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If in doubt, always consult your doctor or an orthomolecular therapist.