About Honey

Honey is a natural and organic sugar alternative that has a long shelf life. Honey was one of the most precious commodities during ancient times. This natural sweetener was once used as a currency.  German property owners often paid their peasants in the form of beeswax and honey. The word honey is derived from the Old English term “hunig”, which means sweet.

History of Honey

The origin of honey can be traced back to 2100 BC, where it has finds numerous mentions in the sacred texts of Egypt, India, Babylon, and Sumeria. According to a Greek legend, Cupid used to strike unsuspecting lovers with arrows dipped in honey. Mead, an alcoholic drink used in various religious rituals and known as the “nectar of the Lords”, contains honey. In ancient times, honey was used for making not just beverages and food, but also for medicinal purposes and to create furniture varnishes, polishes, and even cement.

Health Benefits of Honey

• Honey is an energy booster. A teaspoon of honey with lemon water on an empty stomach kicks up the metabolic rate and boosts weight loss. Replacing sugar in drinks with honey makes a person feel vibrant throughout the day.
• Honey possesses anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties that can improve your digestive processes and boost immunity.
• Honey is useful for treating hangovers and sore throats.
• A glass of warm milk with honey at night helps fight insomnia.
• When taken with apple cider vinegar, honey helps fight migraines, stomach disorders, and constipation.
• Honey applied to the skin yields a supple, softer, and glowing complexion.