Helpful Hints

Honey Facts:

Minerals found in great tasting raw unheated Honey: Calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc.

Vitamins found in Honey: B6, thiamin, riboflavin- a partial list.

Amino Acids: contains 18 different amino acids.

Antioxidants: Honey contains several antioxidants including pinocembrin which is unique to honey. Antioxidants help release free radicals which are believed to contribute to numerous serious diseases.

Antimicrobial: Honey is antimicrobial because of its high sugar content, high acidity, low protein content and hydrogen peroxide. Honey helps promote healing and local honey has been shown to be effective in combating allergies.

Quick Energy: Honey gives you an energy boost because its mixture of glucose and fructose allows the body to use honey for energy without storing it.

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