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Tips for Buying Premium Honey. How do you define high-quality honey?

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  Many of us are left wondering, even after deciding that a particular floral variety of honey would be our favorite type of honey, "How do I choose the same floral variety of honey amongst all the countless brands of honey from all over the world, with a big range of prices in the market place?" I make sure I get a good deal by keeping an eye out for particular details when perusing the bewildering array of honey sticks available in stores. Five criteria can be used to determine whether or not honey is of high quality, or valuable. 1. Hydration Levels The water content of high-quality honey is typically quite low. When the water content of honey is higher than 19%, fermentation is possible. All honey that hasn't been pasteurized will have wild yeasts, which explains why. Osmosis will take enough water from the yeast to force them into dormancy, rendering them harmless in low moisture honey due to the high sugar concentration. Honey with a higher water content may suppor...

Health Benefits of Honey - New Research

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Is there any food in nature that offers as many health benefits as honey? Sure, there are a few, but not many. Honey is one of those divisive foods because it contains a high proportion of glucose and fructose, called monosaccharides. As a sugar, honey is in the unfortunate position of being considered to have "questionable health benefits." Sugar, flour, and salt are considered the worst enemies of man. From a chemical and microscopic point of view, honey does not seem to differ from white sugar. In recent times, the scientific community has become increasingly enthusiastic about honey, as its therapeutic effects against many diseases have been confirmed. How Does It Work? Honey strengthens the immune system. It attacks harmful bacteria and has a considerable effect, as many microorganisms cannot grow in an environment with low water activity. Honey promotes the formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin. It soothes the liver, stomach, and digestive system. It is re...