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What’s so special about manuka honey?

December 19, 2016 Srijita'Special, About, honey, manuka, So, What's

Honey’s been used as a medicine for centuries, due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties—all of which are related to the nectar the bees gather, which can vary plant by plant. As for manuka honey specifically: According to Sharon Palmer, RDN, author of Plant-Power for Life, manuka comes from New Zealand, where it’s made by bees that pollinate the flowers of the local, native manuka bush. “Manuka honey has high concetrations of compounds with antibacterial activity,” says Palmer. “There’s even a grading system for manuka, called UMF, which scores quality.”…

Honey, Lemon and Water: Urban Myth or Miracle Potion?

December 4, 2016 Srijitaand, honey, lemon, Miracle, Myth, or, Potion, Urban, Water

“In India, many people start their day with a warm cup of water mixed with honey and lemon in order to lose weight. Now, honey and lemon are both popularly recognized for their many health benefits. Honey is a powerhouse of antioxidants and flavonoids, that help boost one’s immunity. It is low on the glycemic index and hence does not contribute to calories. Lemon is a very rich source of Vitamin C and works as a detoxifying agent. The pectin fibres present in lemon slow down the digestion of sugars…

Honey, Lemon and Water: Myth or Miracle?

December 2, 2016 Srijitaand, honey, lemon, Miracle, Myth, or, Water

“In India, many people start their day with a warm cup of honey, lemon and water to lose weight. Now, honey and lemon are both popularly recognized for their many health benefits. Honey is a powerhouse of antioxidants and flavonoids, that help boost one’s immunity. It is low on the glycemic index and hence does not contribute to calories. Lemon is a very rich source of Vitamin C and works as a detoxifying agent. The pectin fibres present in lemon slow down the digestion of sugars and starches, and improve…

How pure is the honey you consume?

July 12, 2016 Srijitaconsume, honey, How, Is, pure, The, You

If you have no idea, the tests conducted at the regional analytical laboratory in Kakkanad showed that the product available in the market had colouring agents and additives. The presence of four colouring additives -tartrazine, sunset yellow, carmozine and ponceau 4R -were found in the sample that were collected by food safety officials from different shops in the city. “The tests were conducted following complaints regarding the widespread use of colouring additives in honey . The adulteration was found in ATK Food Product with its address in Manickamanga lam in…