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Food item that can cause potential birth defects or reproductive harm??!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
I’m not sure why a food product would even contain a statement that states the product contains chemicals that can causepotential birth defect or reproductive harm. If such chemical is present in a food item why is it being sold? Or why is it even being produced in a way that can cause such bodily harm. I’m not sure I understand it or how high the possibilities are but why would anyone risk their health on a so called healthy food item. We requested for a refund immediately!
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
potential birth defect or reproductive harm. If such chemical is present in a food item why is it being sold? Or why is it even being produced in a way that can cause such bodily harm. I’m not sure I understand it or how high the possibilities are but why would anyone risk their health on a so called healthy food item. We requested for a refund immediately!
Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
Food item that can cause potential birth defects or reproductive harm??!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
I’m not sure why a food product would even contain a statement that states the product contains chemicals that can causeReviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
potential birth defect or reproductive harm. If such chemical is present in a food item why is it being sold? Or why is it even being produced in a way that can cause such bodily harm. I’m not sure I understand it or how high the possibilities are but why would anyone risk their health on a so called healthy food item. We requested for a refund immediately!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2020
Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
UPDATE: I've been eating these nibs for a few weeks now and prefer them over Terrasoul (although I still like Terrasoul). I have to say that the 1-star reviews are from people who are simply uninformed about cacao nibs, thinking they are a healthy chocolate chip. Do your research and understand what you're buying before you downgrade a quality ingredient because you don't know about a product.
I've used Terrasoul raw cacao nibs for a few years in my smoothies, and I decided to try Nativas when I went to reorder after reading some of the reviews. I bought both and did my own taste test at home. So Terrasoul's nibs are fermented which is what makes a HUGE difference. The Nativas nibs are rich and chocolaty, and they have a good mouth feel. There are some larger chunks in the Nativas so it's less uniform. Terrasoul's have a little more consistency in size, but the Terrasoul nibs have a sour note from the fermenting (it's similar to espresso in that regard). I've only had one smoothie with the Nativas nibs so I'm not sure about the entire package, but there seemed to be fewer harder pieces in it than what I find in the Terrasoul nibs. The Terrasoul is priced better, but I think I'm leaning more to the Nativas brand now. Time will tell, but I am happy with both brands for my needs.
I've used Terrasoul raw cacao nibs for a few years in my smoothies, and I decided to try Nativas when I went to reorder after reading some of the reviews. I bought both and did my own taste test at home. So Terrasoul's nibs are fermented which is what makes a HUGE difference. The Nativas nibs are rich and chocolaty, and they have a good mouth feel. There are some larger chunks in the Nativas so it's less uniform. Terrasoul's have a little more consistency in size, but the Terrasoul nibs have a sour note from the fermenting (it's similar to espresso in that regard). I've only had one smoothie with the Nativas nibs so I'm not sure about the entire package, but there seemed to be fewer harder pieces in it than what I find in the Terrasoul nibs. The Terrasoul is priced better, but I think I'm leaning more to the Nativas brand now. Time will tell, but I am happy with both brands for my needs.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2020
Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
So as I was pouring some nibs on my yogurt I saw an unusually BIG nib but didn’t think much about it until...I started to eat. Then in one bite instead of the usual “crunch” of the nibs, it was chewy...like rubber I thought...but I kept chewing...then I realized...I’m chewing on a piece of rubber😩😝😠. I’m glad I didn’t swallow it! I don’t know how often this happens but I won’t be getting these again!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2016
Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
Pretty much everything I expected. Based on other reviews and some quick Googling, I toss a small handful into my oatmeal, and it really adds a nice crunch to it. I've also tried grounding some up to make hot "cocoa", and it tastes like hot cocoa without any sugar.
I wasn't expecting it to be anything like typical chocolate, and I'm not sure why so many people thought it was. The sour/vinegary smell/taste some people so dramatically complain about isn't that strong. It's unusual, and if you weren't expecting the unique smell, or expecting it to smell like milk chocolate, then you might be surprised. It's nutty, it's bitter, but you can taste the chocolate (not the highly sweetened kind but like 90+% dark chocolate).
As for the "shells" that some people complain about, there's some "skin" (not sure exactly what it's supposed to be called) that's still attached to a few of the nibs, but nothing crazy (see picture). It's similar the skin on pistachios and other nuts. I usually take a look at what I grab out of the bag and pick it out. If I missed one or two, which I've probably done already, it probably wouldn't be noticeable.
I wasn't expecting it to be anything like typical chocolate, and I'm not sure why so many people thought it was. The sour/vinegary smell/taste some people so dramatically complain about isn't that strong. It's unusual, and if you weren't expecting the unique smell, or expecting it to smell like milk chocolate, then you might be surprised. It's nutty, it's bitter, but you can taste the chocolate (not the highly sweetened kind but like 90+% dark chocolate).
As for the "shells" that some people complain about, there's some "skin" (not sure exactly what it's supposed to be called) that's still attached to a few of the nibs, but nothing crazy (see picture). It's similar the skin on pistachios and other nuts. I usually take a look at what I grab out of the bag and pick it out. If I missed one or two, which I've probably done already, it probably wouldn't be noticeable.
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Scorpio50
Tasty and good for you.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2014Size: 4 OunceStyle: SweetenedVerified Purchase
Alexandra C
Sweet Cacao Nibs
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2013Size: 4 OunceStyle: SweetenedVerified Purchase
Basherah Osman
Mmm the best snack in my opinion!
Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2020Size: 4 OunceStyle: SweetenedVerified Purchase
Igor B
but in comparison with Dark Chocolate 90% i prefer good quality Dark Chocolate 90% because it feels more bitter ...
Reviewed in Canada on February 12, 2015Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
Cynthia
No thanks
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2022Size: 8 OunceStyle: UnsweetenedVerified Purchase
