Category: Health

Honey Cough Syrup

INGREDIENTS zest of 2 lemons (approx. 1 1/2 T) 1/4 cup – ginger, peeled, sliced, or 1/2 tsp. of ground ginger 1 cup – water 1 cup – honey 1/2 cup – lemon juice DIRECTIONS In a small saucepan, combine lemon zest, sliced ginger and 1 cup of water. Bring mixture to a boil, simmer […]

Honey Leches French Toast

YIELD: Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS For Honey Leches Mixture: 2 T – blueberry honey 1/4 cup – evaporated milk 1/4 cup – lite Thai coconut milk 3 – large eggs 1 tsp. – pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. – ground cinnamon For Berry Garnish: 1/2 cup – fresh raspberries 1/2 cup – fresh blueberries 1/2 cup – fresh strawberries, sliced For Hot Honey: 1/2 cup – blueberry honey 1/2 tsp. – cayenne pepper For Pound Cake: 8 – small slices of […]

Honey By the Numbers

Honey is such a unique substance.  It doesn’t spoil, it has antimicrobial properties, it can be used as food or medicine for humans.  In fact, honey is the only product of insects that humans can eat.  Let’s break down some facts about how honey is made. Bees have been making honey the same way for […]

The Top 10 Benefits of Raw Honey

  It Is Antibacterial and Anti-fungal Raw honey contains hydrogen peroxide, making it antiseptic, and it is very low in moisture, which essentially smothers most microorganisms. Manuka honey, in particular, has been used to treat antibiotic-resistant staph infections. Good for Coughs and Sore Throats Honey has been used as a throat remedy for centuries. Try […]