Honey is probably the best recognised apicultural product,
it is a substance that the bees produce by an elaborate
procedure of refinement, where they ingest the nectar and
deposit it in their stomach, then return to the colony to
surrender it, disgorging repeated times;in this process
fermentations, acid and albumen are added to the nectar. It
incorporates most of the necessary mineral constituents
that our body needs. It has been established by analysis
that honey contains more than 180 different nutritional
substances.
Beekeeping, or apiculture, is a very old activity. Evidence
from Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece describe ancient
beekeeping and honey is also mentioned in the Bible. It was
regarded as sacred, and was also used to pay taxes and
debts. As well as all this, it was employed as a medium to
draw and paint with also. Honey contains proteins, and
indispensable minerals and vitamins. It is an energating
food, and is also known for its medicinal and therapeutic
properties. Honey is easily digested and readily
assimilated by humans, comprising a healthy source of
energy.
Honey consumed as food is important for the balance of the
biological process of the organism. It contains glucose and
fructose, which goes directly into the blood, becoming an
energetic product. Honey can be used as food, as a natural
sweetener and as medicine. After repeated use, it helps in
the control of rheumatism and arthritis, prevents many
types of respiratory disorders, and aids the digestion.
Honey may also be used on the skin and is a constituent for
some shampoos. It is used extensively in the cosmetic
industry as well (creams, cleaning facemasks, tonics, etc.)
because of its astringent and emollient qualities.
Eating honey will improve your quality of life, as it
stimulates and increases physical resistance; it is
somewhat sedative, and is often used by insomniacs to help
them sleep naturally without the use of drugs; it assists
in healing, it is anti-septic, digestive and laxative,
helping in the treatment of gastritis; it is also an
expectorant, combatting coughs. Used externally, it can
accelerate the healing of injuries and minor burnings, in
addition to hydrating the skin.
With honey - and nothing else, Nigerian doctors were able
to cure grievous wounds, burnings and ulcerations of skin
in 59 patients, which were previously treated with
conventional treatments using antibiotics with no
substantial results. First, the doctors collected samplings
of the injuries to be analyzed in the laboratory. The
ensuing results showed that the infections were caused by
common bacteria - therefore being more resistant to
conventional treatment - as the Pseudomonad, found often in
infections. As a result of these findings honey was applied
to the affected areas. One week later, there were no signs
of dangerous bacteria in subsequent laboratory tests. For
the reason that it is very slightly acid, exceedingly
sticky and absorbs water, the honey cleansed the wounds,
decreased their size and protected them from fresh
infections. According to the Nigerian doctors, honey also
has the attribute of being a bactericidal agent.
It has been found to be very effective in preventing,
controlling, or even curing the following maladies:
Respiratory diseases;
Cramps;
Intestinal disturbances;
Digestive disturbances;
Throat irritation;
Urinary irritation;
Irritation of the eyes;
Dental caries;
Illnesses of the liver;
Rheumatic pains;
Physical fatigue;
Insomnia;
Skin burn;
Stomach ulcer; etc.
The flavour, fragrance and coloring of the honey will vary
according to its origin, depending upon the type of flower
or blossom the bee has taken the nectar from to manufacture
it. The climate, humidity and even the elevation
contributing to a particular honey, as well as the type of
soil. Just as wines vary, depending upon the variety of
grape used, and the situation of the vineyard. Generally, a
clear honey demonstrates weak flavour and fragrance, Whilst
a honey of a darker color is richer in proteins and
minerals.
For information: honey is less fattening than sugar, and is
a preferred choice for athletes. The medical profession is
agreed that honey is one of the the best sources of
carbohydrates and energy for athletes, and indeed most
people.
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Chris Haycock has been fascinated by bees and the world of
beekeeping since falling into a ditch as a young boy and
getting badly stung. If you would like to know more about
bees and beekeeping it would probably be worthwhile to go
to:
http://www.secretsofbeekeeping.com
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