The Marvels Of Pure Raw Honey

By Joyce Collins


Some types of food have gained legendary status over the centuries and the sweet product so willingly produced by bees is most definitely one of them. Few people know that this is the one and only food that is thought to be unable to go bad. In fact, samples that are thousands of years old have been found to be safe to consume. It has been described as the food of gods and kings. Pure raw honey remains a marvel to this very day.

This food certainly offers many benefits in various areas of life. There are nutritional benefits, health benefits and even psychological benefits to gain by eating it. But for most people, the very act of eating this sweet, delicious treat is the only benefit that they want to enjoy. It is freely available everywhere but experts warn that consumers must beware that not all varieties are complete natural.

The pristine state of this food is in an unpasteurized form without any additives or colourants added. Experts agree that it is best to look out for varieties that are supplied without any human intervention whatsoever. If there is one food that can stand on its own, without the need of any additional nutritional additions then this is surely it. When buying it, it is therefore best to make sure that it is 100 percent natural.

There seems to be no end to the health benefits offered by honey. It is not possible to overdose on this product. It is an excellent natural antibiotic without the nasty side effects of chemical versions. It has strong anti inflammatory and anti fungal abilities and it can even be used to cure sore throats. In addition, the fact that it is so rich in antioxidants means that it helps to fight potentially harmful free radical in the body.

There is more. It helps to manage weight. It is not only a very suitable substitute for sugar, but it helps improve the metabolism and it even helps to decrease the appetite. As a bonus, it provides higher levels of energy than sugar, but over longer periods. It protects people against allergies and it is beneficial to the immune system.

However, the majority of people use honey simply because it is so delicious and versatile. For them, the extra benefits are a bonus. It is a magnificent cooking ingredient that works well with a host of other ingredients. It can easily replace the use of sugar in the majority of cases. It can even be used as an environmentally friendly way to entice all kinds of critters to stay away from the home.

It is a sad fact that bees are becoming endangered. Scientists have warned that bee populations all over the world are rapidly declining. Many people fear them and will kill entire swarms that nest near their homes. Climate change and an ever decreasing natural habitat also play an important role. The fact is that bees play a vital role in helping to maintain the balance in the greater environment.

One wonders why so many people call their loved ones honey. Maybe it is an instinctive reference to the very high regard that this substance enjoys. It is healthy, tasty and even desirable. It is mysterious and it is not easy to harvest.




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