Every year one billion Muslims around the world fast for the month of Ramadan. Going without food and water from dawn to sunset for a month brings several physiological changes to the body. Fasting brings 13 benefits to the body A May 2015 study by King Saud University in Saudi Arabia found the following 13 benefits to […]
Are you going on holiday this summer? Millions of holidays will be spoiled or cut short this year because of common illnesses that could have been prevented. Most holidaymakers pack a first aid kit with them containing a number of items. The costs of this kit can add up. Packing a couple of jars of raw honey […]
Why do eczema and dry skin flare up during the winter months? Why do asthma, hay fever and eczema come as a package? What is the link between eczema and non-organic milk? Can you really apply raw honey directly onto eczema? What are three ways to manage eczema and dry skin naturally? What Is Eczema? Eczema, […]
I will say give this one a try. It is soothing, sweet, really does the trick and please for children over 1 year. 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 […]
In need of a quick snack, on the go? Honey, peanut butter, and chocolate…I am a sucker for sweets, but this truly is a healthy, easy and tasty treat for the whole family to enjoy. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup- peanuts finely chopped 1 1/2 cup old fashioned Quaker oats 1/3 cup flax meal 1/2 cup almond flour 3 T unsweetened cocoa 2/3 cup […]
Are you looking for the perfect cocktail/ mocktail to enjoy during all of the holiday festivities? This delicious beverage is fresh, bright, sweet, refreshing and the perfect sip to enjoy. .75 oz Lemon Juice (1/2 lemon) club soda pomegranate seeds 2 tsp. fresh sage 2 oz choice of spirits (I prefer vodka) Raw California Sage […]
Throughout my life I have had a huge affection not only for great honey, but I love BBQ. I have honed my skills over the smoker through many hours and long nights. If I learned anything, you can’t spend the time and have the patience cooking to then use bottled sauce. There are many people that think this serves […]
Honey has a tradition of being an effective, natural soother for throats and coughs. A study by a Penn State College of Medicine research team found that honey may offer parents an effective and safe alternative to over-the-counter cough medicine. The study found that a small dose of buckwheat honey given before bedtime provided better […]
What is crystallization? Crystallization or granulation is a natural process that occurs in honey which aids its preservation. It does not indicate spoilage. Honey is a supersaturated sugar solution out of which the glucose tends to crystallize. Some honeys crystallize quicker than others, depending on the nectar source. Can I prevent the crystallization of my […]
