IS HONEY HEALTHY?

There is a long tradition of using honey especially for sore throats and wounds. In addition, honey is said to be beneficial for digestion, and strengthens the immune system. We have tried to summarize the most important of what is true and more uncertain.

NATURALLY SWEET WITH HONEY

Cakes with seasonal fruits and berries are a favorite feature of everything from May 17 to the summer party and picnic basket. Already in May, Norwegian strawberries and rhubarb appear in stores, closely followed by raspberries, blueberries and currants. Pick your favorites and enjoy them topped with honey, or serve in colorful party cakes where the fresh, sour taste is balanced out with the honey's delicious sweetness.

HOW IS HONEY MADE?

The bees collect nectar and pollen from the flowers. The nectar will turn into honey, and both it and the pollen will be used as food for the bees and larvae. The bees' pollination (pollination) ensures the pollination of fruits, berries, flowers and many other plants.

30% of the food we eat depends on bee pollination!

FACTS ABOUT BEES

In a hive there are up to 50-60,000 bees in the summer.A bee community consists of a queen, a few hundred male bees (drones) and many thousands of working bees.All bees have their special task in this fascinating community.At the cube entrance, the guard bees stop, making sure that no unauthorized persons enter.

THE HISTORY OF HONEY

Beekeeping and the use of honey have long traditions throughout the world.In addition to important food, honey has been used as a sacrificial offering in many cultures, and both beeswax and honey have been used as a means of payment in many places.Read more about honey and history