Honey has been used for thousands of years as a natural sweetener and traditional medicine, and its popularity has continued to grow in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. However, not all honey is created equal, and the benefits of eating local honey may outweigh those of mass-produced honey. In this blog post, […]
It’s the start of autumn with Halloween just around the corner! If you’re looking for cute, creative costumes that don’t cost a bank, you’ve come to the right place. Below are ten fun, easy, bee-inspired costumes! 1. Bumble/Honey bee There are a few differences between honey bees and bumblebees. Bumblebees are rounder and live in […]
Winnie the Pooh is not the only person (or bear) that finds bee products fascinating. For centuries, humans have used bee products in countless ways to better their lives in everything from candle making to cooking, to medicine and cosmetics. Some of the biggest players in cosmetics, and new, innovative companies recognize the value of […]
We love this question, seriously, and we get it a LOT! So many nice folks, who have had generations of family, friends, and historically used honey for health, and because it is ridiculously delicious, but also have been told time and time again, to make sure to use honey that is raw, unfiltered, and unprocessed, and especially LOCAL. What […]
The first thing that comes to mind with the word “honey” is that sugary, sweet, golden syrup found inside a squat, smiling plastic bear or a fancy glass jar. This culinary delight found at the supermarket is just the tip of the iceberg. “Sugary, sweet and golden” doesn’t begin to cover the essence of honey, […]
Bees are the most accomplished builders among insects. The iconic hexagonal comb design and the shape of the beehive can be seen in works of architecture and art throughout human history. Beehives and combs are primarily built by worker bees. According to yourarticlelibrary.com, “A comb is a vertical sheet of wax, composed of a double […]
Have you ever wondered what those yellow sacks on a bee’s legs are? It’s bee pollen or the miracle dust. When young bees land on a flower, they create balls by collecting flower pollen and mixing it with their saliva, wax, and nectar or honey. Then, they carry that in a sack on their leg […]
Since ancient times, honey is one of the best folk remedy known to mankind. This golden liquid has tremendous health and medical benefits. We can use this heavenly liquid with a bread slice, milk, or in a variety of herbal teas and drinks. It is an effective energy booster, antiseptic skin toner, doctor for respiratory […]