6 Questions About Manuka Honey Answered

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Chances are pretty good that you’ve heard of Manuka honey. But how much do you really know about this variety of the sweet stuff?  Manuka honey comes from the nectar of the Manuka flower and has been used for hundreds of years for health and wellness. This special honey can be found on its own…

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Tips for Preventing Honey Bee Stings

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Bee stings are not pleasant. And even though the pain of a bee sting doesn’t last long, it is certainly something that you want to avoid. With a little knowledge and preparation, you can take steps to prevent bee stings from happening in the first place. Wear shoes when walking in grass. While you might…

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What are the Greatest Threats to Honey Bees?

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When your San Diego home or business is taken over by a swarm or hive of honey bees, it can be hard to believe that honey bees are a threatened species with declining numbers. But like most other species on earth, honey bees face a variety of dangers that impact their survival and ability to…

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5 Fast Facts About Bee Stings

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We would venture to say that there are not many people around who enjoy the idea of a bee sting. While they can be merely painful, stings can be dangerous for those who are allergic. Many people are deathly afraid of bee stings, even if they don’t know very much about them, or about bees…

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5 Things to Know About the Queen Bee

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If you ask us, every bee in the hive is a fascinating creature! However, there’s one bee in particular that stands above the rest for her unique role in the survival of a honey bee colony. The queen bee differs from the other bees in the hive in a few key ways that allow her…

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Why Should You Choose D-Tek Live Bee Removal 

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San Diego residents know that honey bees are to be protected. Colonies across the world are facing decline because of a variety of factors including climate, habitat destruction, disease, pesticides and other environmental considerations. Humans also account for some of this decline. Naturally, many home and business owners become frustrated and fearful when they are…

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