FAQ

While there is no official definition of "raw" honey, generally speaking it is honey that has not been heated or filtered. Raw honey can be more nutritious or better for you, primarily because raw honey may contain small amounts of pollen grains that are often removed during processing or filtering.

Honey has an incredibly long shelf life and will not spoil if stored correctly. Over time crystalization of honey is natural. It can be eaten, but if you prefer it in it's liquid state, you can gently heat the honey in a water bath over low heat. Make sure the water and honey don't come to a boil, as high temperatures will kill the good yeast and enzymes.

Honey is mostly made up of sugar and is not a nutrient-dense food. However, honey naturally produces hydrogen peroxide, the same antiseptic we use to treat minor scrapes, cuts, and burns. In the past, honey was used as medicine by doctors to treat the ill and wounded. Today some physicians use it to treat certain drug-resistant infections. Studies have found that honey can be an effective cough suppressant for those more than 1 year old (honey shouldn't be given to children under the age of 1). Eating local raw honey can also help with allergies.