The Truth About Healthy Chocolate: Purity, Polyphenols & the Future of Cacao

In this episode of Sage Connections, I sit down with Barbara Mietling, founder of Good Stuff Cacao, to explore what truly makes chocolate healthy—from ethical sourcing and sustainability to antioxidants, heavy metals, and the future of the global cacao industry.We dive into Barbara’s personal journey into chocolate-making, how Good Stuff Cacao is redefining clean, intentional chocolate, and what consumers should actually be looking for on a label. We also discuss the growing conversation around “healthy chocolate,” including the five standards popularized by Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint protocol: high polyphenols, organic sourcing, minimal sweeteners, clean ingredients, and low heavy metals.This is a must-watch episode for anyone who loves chocolate but also cares deeply about their health, the planet, and the quality of the food they consume.Topics We Cover- What actually makes chocolate “healthy”- Polyphenols and why they matter- Heavy metals in chocolate—what consumers should know- Ethical and sustainable cacao sourcing- The current state of the global chocolate industry- Barbara’s favorite Good Stuff Cacao products- The future of clean, functional chocolateTry Good Stuff CacaoUse code SAGE20 at checkout for a special discount on any purchase.Shop here: https://goodstuffcacao.comConnect with Sage Physical Therapy & WellnessWebsite: https://www.sageptwellness.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sageptwellnessEmail: [e-mail]#HealthyChocolate #Cacao #Polyphenols #GoodStuffCacao #CleanEating #LongevityNutrition #BlueprintProtocol #BryanJohnson #EthicalChocolate #FoodAsMedicine #WellnessPodcast #SageConnections #FunctionalNutrition #CleanIngredients #HeavyMetals #SustainableFood