Over The Moon on Honey
The nectar of life!
Here’s a story that will send some guys over the moon. The ancient Egyptians followed a lunar calendar. Apparently when a man got married the father of his bride would give the groom one months supply of honey beer. Since an Egyptian month lasted one moon cycle the practice of giving one moons supply of honey beer came to be referred to as, “Honeymoon”.
What we do know for certain is that for thousands of years from the time of Cleopatra honey has been considered a beauty product that is good for the hair and skin. Even today we find many individuals using honey as part of their health and beauty treatment.
I enjoy that delicious taste sensation that makes honey just the right ingredient for my BBQ meat marinate, sauces and bread recipes. I find that a simple way to enjoy honey is as a spread on toast. Drizzling different flavored honeys such as strawberry, a twist of lemon, cinnamon or ginger gives different experiences with each pancake eaten.
Honey is considered a natural source of a wide range of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and natural energy. It complements a healthy living regime. Honey comes from nectar naturally present in flowers and can contain vitamins and amino acids. It can also have trace amounts of essential minerals. Buckwheat honey for instance has been used to soothe the throat.
Instead of a glucose drink, many find honeyed drinks a natural pick me up in preventing fatigue during exercise.
Honey is believed to inhibit the growth of certain bacteria, yeast and molds and helps prevent scarring. The reason is believed be due to a combination of high sugar content, high acidity and naturally occurring antioxidants.
The different floral sources of nectar contribute to the different flavors that exist. The sunny Western Canadian summers clover, alfalfa and canola flowers allow for bees to produce the type of Canadian honey famous for its taste.
Whether we use it as a beauty product, a balm for ailments or simply enjoy the delicate flavors, honey is certainly an essential ingredient for our home sweet home.
Siddha Param
International Business Consultant
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, North America
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