Primeval humans gathered and ate the honey and honeycombs of wild bees, the only available sweet, as far back as 7,000 BC. The healing benefits of honey have been known since the ancient Egyptian civilization. There are many varieties of honey available today. One which is absolutely exceptional is Heather honey. Heather honey (Calluna vulgaris)
What is Raw Honey?
Honey is a natural sweet substance produced by different species of bees from the nectar of flowering plants. It is one of the most valued natural products introduced to humankind since ancient times, going back thousands of years. In its natural pure raw unprocessed state, it offers many health benefits and medical benefits. Standard natural
Honey is a natural sweet substance produced by different species of bees from the nectar of flowering plants. It is one of the most valued natural products introduced to humankind since ancient times, going back thousands of years. In its natural pure raw unprocessed state, it offers many health benefits and medical benefits. Standard natural
Raw Honey vs Regular Honey: What’s The Difference?
Like with all foods, there are quite a few differences. The most significant difference by far between the different types of honey is the way it is processed. The reason why there are differences is that consumers have different demands. Most consumers want a perfect colour, clarity, taste and consistency every time they buy a
Like with all foods, there are quite a few differences. The most significant difference by far between the different types of honey is the way it is processed. The reason why there are differences is that consumers have different demands. Most consumers want a perfect colour, clarity, taste and consistency every time they buy a
Raw Honey and Your Health
Honey is a natural sweet substance produced by different species of bees from the nectar of flowering plants. It is one of the most valued natural products introduced to humankind since ancient times, going back thousands of years. In its natural pure raw unprocessed state, it offers many health benefits and medical benefits. Raw honey
Honey is a natural sweet substance produced by different species of bees from the nectar of flowering plants. It is one of the most valued natural products introduced to humankind since ancient times, going back thousands of years. In its natural pure raw unprocessed state, it offers many health benefits and medical benefits. Raw honey
Spain´s Mediterranean Diet
Everyone, it seems, is raging about the Mediterranean Diet. Headlines constantly praise it for lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer, depression, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, inflammatory diseases and dementia – not to mention its fame as a way to lose weight. In Spain, the Mediterranean Diet is not a thing of scientific journals or weight loss websites, it is
Everyone, it seems, is raging about the Mediterranean Diet. Headlines constantly praise it for lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer, depression, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, inflammatory diseases and dementia – not to mention its fame as a way to lose weight. In Spain, the Mediterranean Diet is not a thing of scientific journals or weight loss websites, it is
Types of Honey
With so many different honey types in the market it is difficult to distinguish between them and how the different types influence the quality. There are basically two ways of classifying the different types of honey: by processing and by floral source. Types of honey by processing One of the most important ways of classifying
With so many different honey types in the market it is difficult to distinguish between them and how the different types influence the quality. There are basically two ways of classifying the different types of honey: by processing and by floral source. Types of honey by processing One of the most important ways of classifying
Organic vs Conventional Food
Organic food is enjoying a healthy and beneficial rise in popularity. Consumers like and demand more organic products. For example in the US, according to the Food Marketing Institute, more than half of Americans now buy organic food at least once a month. The practices used by organic farmers tend to build healthy soils, recycle
Organic food is enjoying a healthy and beneficial rise in popularity. Consumers like and demand more organic products. For example in the US, according to the Food Marketing Institute, more than half of Americans now buy organic food at least once a month. The practices used by organic farmers tend to build healthy soils, recycle
Understanding Food Adulteration
Introduction Food adulteration is as old as commerce itself. However, modern food supply chains have significantly increased opportunities for it to occur. Adulteration is a legal term meaning that a food product fails to meet the legal regulatory standards. However, food adulteration (or food fraud) does not have a universally accepted definition. The European Union
Introduction Food adulteration is as old as commerce itself. However, modern food supply chains have significantly increased opportunities for it to occur. Adulteration is a legal term meaning that a food product fails to meet the legal regulatory standards. However, food adulteration (or food fraud) does not have a universally accepted definition. The European Union
An Overview of Honey Quality and Standards
Many folks are not aware of the how to determine the quality of honey and of the regulatory standards. Below we will provide a comprehensive overview of both the quality and standards regulating standard natural raw honey and organic natural raw honey. Quality Attributes of Honey The appeareance of honey can be an indicator of
Many folks are not aware of the how to determine the quality of honey and of the regulatory standards. Below we will provide a comprehensive overview of both the quality and standards regulating standard natural raw honey and organic natural raw honey. Quality Attributes of Honey The appeareance of honey can be an indicator of
Mediterranean Diet’s Secret: EVOO
The Mediterranean diet is celebrated for its health benefits and delicious flavours, with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) playing a pivotal role. This golden-green oil is not just a cooking ingredient but a cornerstone of a lifestyle that promotes longevity, heart health, and overall well-being. Let’s see why EVOO is considered the Mediterranean diet’s secret
The Mediterranean diet is celebrated for its health benefits and delicious flavours, with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) playing a pivotal role. This golden-green oil is not just a cooking ingredient but a cornerstone of a lifestyle that promotes longevity, heart health, and overall well-being. Let’s see why EVOO is considered the Mediterranean diet’s secret