FAQ's

Q1. What is honey?

A. Honey is a sweet, viscous liquid produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. Bees collect nectar, store it in their honey sac, and break down sugars with enzymes. The honey is then deposited in a honeycomb within the hive, where it ripens and is stored as food for the bees.

 

Q2. Is honey healthy?

A. Honey has been used for centuries as a natural sweetener. It contains antioxidants, minerals, and small amounts of vitamins. While it offers some health benefits, it’s still sugar, so consume it in moderation.

 

Q3. What are the different types of honey?

A. Honey comes in many varieties, each with its unique flavor and color. Some popular types include clover honey, orange blossom honey, and Manuka honey. The type of flower the nectar comes from influences the honey’s taste and properties.

 

Q4. How should I store honey?

A. Honey is best stored in a cool, dark place. A pantry shelf is perfect. Don’t refrigerate honey, as this can cause it to crystallize faster.

 

Q5. Does honey ever spoil?
A. Honey has natural antibacterial properties and can be stored for years under proper conditions. It won’t spoil in the traditional sense, but it may crystallize, which is a natural process that doesn’t affect its safety. Crystallized honey can be gently warmed (by placing the jar in warm water) to return to a liquid state.

Q6. Can babies eat honey?
A. No, honey should not be given to babies under one year old. Honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism, a serious illness. Honey is safe for adults and children over one year old.

Q7. Is honey good for allergies?
A. Raw, local honey may contain trace amounts of pollen from the area. Some people believe local honey can help with seasonal allergies, though research is ongoing.

 

Q8. Can people with diabetes eat honey?
A. Honey does raise blood sugar, so people with diabetes should consume it in moderation and with a doctor’s approval.

Q9. What are some uses for honey besides eating it?
A. Honey has many uses beyond a sweetener. It can be used in wound care due to its antibacterial properties, as a natural cough suppressant, and in DIY beauty products.

Q10. What is raw, unprocessed honey?
A. Raw honey has not been heated, pasteurized, or processed in any way after being extracted from the beehive. It retains all its natural enzymes, nutrients, antioxidants, pollen, and other beneficial compounds.

Q11.Where does your honey come from?
A. Our honey is sourced from remote, wild areas free from pollution and pesticides. The bees forage on diverse, natural flora to produce this wild, raw honey.

Q12. What are the benefits of raw honey over regular honey?
A. Raw honey contains more antioxidants, enzymes, and nutrients than regular processed honey. It has not been exposed to high heat, which can destroy or remove many of honey’s beneficial compounds. Raw honey may offer more health benefits.

Q13. Why does your raw honey crystallize or become solid?
A. Crystallisation is a natural process for raw, unheated honey. It does not mean the honey has gone bad. Simply place the container in warm water to re-liquify the honey.

Q14. Is your honey safe for those with pollen allergies?
A. Our raw honey contains pollen, potentially triggering allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. We recommend consulting an allergist before consuming raw honey if you have pollen allergies.