Honey
How Do Bees Make Honey?
Honey is delicious and nutritious; there’s no doubt about it! The thing that makes honey really amazing is how it’s made. The lives of honey bees are dedicated to supporting the colony. Every bee has a job, and that job needs to get done so the colony can thrive. One of the ways that bees…
Read More9 Unexpected Uses for Honey
Happy National Honey Month! If you didn’t know, the month of September is dedicated to celebrating honey and promoting the important work of America’s beekeepers. Honey has been used as both food and medicine for thousands of years, so it’s fitting that honey should get a month in the spotlight. In honor of National Honey…
Read MoreWhat is Honey and How Is It Made?
We all know (and love) honey. It’s the perfect addition to our tea and oatmeal and it’s even great on its own as a healthy and sweet snack. Honey is also commonly used as a facial or hair mask, known for its exceptional moisturizing and antibacterial qualities. Honey has been around for quite a while!…
Read MoreCommercial Honey vs. Raw Honey
The Truth About Commercial Honey At some point in your childhood, your family owned a honey filled bear from the grocery store. A staple among most households. However, that honey filled bear may not have been honey at all. Shocking, we know! And maybe a little disconcerting. According to the FDA (Food and Drug Administration),…
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