Support for Psychedelic Entheogenic Integration with Mandala Chocolate
Mandala Chocolate: Your Ally in Psychedelic and Entheogenic Journeys
Mandala Chocolate is the premiere support-protocol supplement for preparing for and integrating entheogenic experiences.
Our proprietary blend of adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms supports the body’s capacity to produce critical adrenal compounds while supporting the uptake and receptor response of the central nervous system and adrenals.
Our innovative process maximizes the bioavailability of these nutrients, ensures they are maximally protected from degradation and maintains fully potent, and provides the most efficient system for direct sublingual uptake of nutrients possible. The combination of these unique properties provides one of the most innovative strategies to provide critical nutrition, adrenal support and vital nutrition to the body in the moments it needs this support the most.
Here are some of the benefits of our ingredients that specifically support physiological integration from entheogenic treatments:
Cacao:
Our Stone Ground Process: Keep the Nutrients Intact
A study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that eating dark chocolate with 70% cocoa or higher (contains more polyphenols and flavonoids) can lower levels of cortisol.
Chocolate has many benefits but it can contribute to hormonal balance via its potent magnesium and iron, and its ability to lower cortisol and boost mood-impacting hormones, serotonin and dopamine.
Sea Salt helps the body produce vital energy, supports blood pressure and adrenals
Cacao butter also contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids, which play a significant role in handling triglycerides in your body. This fact contributes to your emotional well-being
Cocoa powder and chocolate contain numerous substances among which there is a quite large percentage of antioxidant molecules, mainly flavonoids, most abundantly found in the form of epicatechin. These substances display several beneficial actions on the brain. They enter the brain and induce widespread stimulation of brain perfusion. They also provoke angiogenesis, neurogenesis and changes in neuron morphology, mainly in regions involved in learning and memory. Epicatechin improves various aspects of cognition in animals and humans. Chocolate also induces positive effects on mood and is often consumed under emotional stress. In addition, flavonoids preserve cognitive abilities during aging in rats, lower the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease and decrease the risk of stroke in humans.
In addition to their beneficial effects on the vascular system and on cerebral blood flow, flavonoids interact with signalization cascades involving protein and lipid kinases that lead to the inhibition of neuronal death by apoptosis induced by neurotoxicants such as oxygen radicals and promote neuronal survival and synaptic plasticity. The present review intends to review the data available on the effects of cocoa and chocolate on brain health and cognitive abilities.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3575938/
Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2013 Mar; 75(3): 716–727.
Published online 2013 Feb 5. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2125.2012.04378.x
Support for Psychedelic Entheogenic Integration with Cacao
Cacao is a great source of four scientifically proven bliss chemicals – serotonin, tryptophan, tyrosine, and phenylethylamine, which combine to act as a natural mood elevator and antidepressant
.tryptophan, tyrosine, and the lipids in Cacao are building blocks for hormones and other adrenal compounds
Dark chocolate, with a relatively higher cocoa content, is generally considered a good source of GABA and its consumption has been linked to a number of health benefits, including mitigation of cardiovascular disease [22], reduction of blood pressure, and improvement in cognitive health [23]
Foods. 2023 Jan; 12(1): 213.
Published online 2023 Jan 3. doi: 10.3390/foods12010213
*note* the GABA lost in roasting cacao is preserved in our raw, stone-ground chocolates
One cup of cacao contains roughly 420 mg of magnesium, which helps calm the nervous system and moderate the release of stress hormones.
Mandala Naturals’ cacao, with its high magnesium content, can be particularly beneficial during menstruation and menopause, helping to alleviate symptoms like cramps and mood swings.
Reishi
Reishi contains substances rare in nature, able to normalize the production of estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries. They also support the pituitary-ovarian hormonal axis in the various phases of the female menstrual cycle.
Study Shows Reishi Fungus Increases Testosterone and Prevents Male Reproductive Aging. Ganoderma lucidum (GL) fungus, referred to as reishi or lingzhi in Asia, improves testosterone levels, sexual function, and fertilization rates among middle-aged male mice.
Reishi mushroom has been used to help enhance the immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and lessen fatigue. People also take reishi mushroom for health conditions such as: High blood pressure. High cholesterol.
Chaga
Chaga’s antioxidant properties may help combat oxidation and lower blood pressure. In addition to regulating the immune system, the types of beta-D-glucans found in chaga have also been shown to help lower blood sugar levels.
Chaga mushrooms have also been used to support gut and digestive health. For example, a recent study on mice found that chaga reduces inflammation and fights harmful bacteria, especially gastrointestinal inflammation.
Lucuma
The health benefits of lucuma powder generally come from its antioxidants, which protect cells in the body from free radicals that are produced during the breaking down of food. The damage caused by free radicals can lead to serious diseases such as cancer. Lucuma is also touted for its high fiber content. Fiber helps your digestive system function properly.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha contains chemicals that might help calm the brain, reduce swelling, lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system. It also has been shown to help reduce stress hormone Cortisol by 23% with regular use.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6750292/#:~:text=In%20the%20ashwagandha%20group%2C%20a,001).
Our process ensures the highest bioavailability of nutrients, protecting them from degradation and offering a potent, direct sublingual uptake for when your body needs it most.
Innovative Support for Psychedelic Entheogenic Integration Conclusion
Mandala Chocolate’s unique blend is designed to support your entheogenic journey by enhancing adrenal function, cognitive health, and emotional well-being. Experience the benefits of our carefully curated ingredients for a more integrated and balanced experience.