* Honey bees never sleep.
* They are the only insect that produces food for human consumption.
* Honey can absorb moisture, if you leave a jar of it open for several days, it may absorb enough to cause it to ferment.
* Honey bees can regulate the temperature of their hive. They will keep it between 90 and 95 degrees.
* Pollination just from honey bees in the US is valued at $15 billion.
It is well known that carbohydrate consumption prior to, during and after exercise improves performance and speeds the recovery of muscles. Honey is a natural source of readily available carbohydrates, providing 17 grams of carbs per tablespoon. Preliminary data from the University of Memphis Exercise and Sports Nutrition Laboratory suggest that honey is as effective as glucose for carbohydrate replacement during endurance exercise.
Honey Hydrator
1/2 cup honey
1/2 tsp lite salt
2 cups orange juice
5 1/2 cups water
Combine ingredients. Using lukewarm water will aid in disolving honey. Then cool.
Makes 8 servings, 8 oz each. Calories 75, carbs 21, potassium 85, sodium
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Danny and I spent last weekend in Anniston, Alabama attenting a class for work. We enjoyed getting to see you folks that we don't get to see regularly. A number of people purchased honey while we where there, and I'd like to say thanks to all our new customers and hope you enjoy the honey. We were also able to answer a lot of questions about honey and raising bees, something we are always glad to do.
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Long ago, it was customary for newlyweds to drink mead (honey wine) for the first month after marriage. Hence the term 'honeymoon.'
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When you get a bee sting and the site itches, that's normal. If you itch all over, you are likely having an allergic reaction.
