Honey bee venom (HVB) also known as apitoxin is one of the substances found in a honey bee's venom apparatus. It is a complex mixture of proteins and peptides mostly proteins composed of 22-carbon linear poly- amino a...

- The glycemic index (GI) is a measure of the effect of carbohydrate foods on blood sugar levels. - There are many claims that honey has a low glycemic index, but some companies are using this claim to sell honey as a...

Cough is a common respiratory problem and people often turn to local produce like raw honey to provide relief.  Why raw honey? Well, that's because cooked or pasteurized honey doesn't have the same properties as raw h...

Botulism , commonly known as infantile paralysis disease , has been around for centuries too. However, according to studies, humans get infected with this life-threatening disease only by ingesting foods that are eith...

Raw honey is a natural remedy for respiratory issues, but how does it work? For individuals who are suffering from lung issues, raw honey can be very beneficial. There are many different types of respiratory condition...

In this study, researchers from Arizona State University examined the effects of daily consumption of raw and heat-treated (pasteurized) honey on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. A total of fi...

Best before: How long will Raw Honey last? The shelf life of honey is difficult to determine due to a number of factors. Some cannot even give a precise expiration date, while others simply write a bit in the manual a...

Raw honey actually helps promote wound healing. It does this because at least 61 different compounds found in raw honey boost immune system function that help fight infection-causing bacteria and fungi associated with...

  Raw honey for acne is an old folk remedy with a number of benefits. Benefits include:  soothing skin, promoting skin regeneration and reducing inflammation in the skin (Benton). The local health food store and even ...