Orange blossom honey

Description

Honey is a natural, sweet, viscous liquid made by bees from flower nectar, used for centuries as a sweetener and medicine due to its antioxidants, antibacterial properties, and nutrients, but should not be given to infants under one year old because of botulism risk. Its flavor, color, and texture vary by floral source, ranging from light and floral to dark and robust, and it’s prized for healing wounds, soothing coughs, and as a healthier sugar alternative.
What it is & how it’s made
Source: Bees collect nectar (or honeydew) from plants, process it, and store it in the hive.
Process: Wings fan the liquid to evaporate water, concentrating the sugars, creating honey.
Variety: Different flowers create different types, like orange blossom (light) or wildflower (darker).
Uses & benefits
Sweetener: A natural alternative to sugar, often sweeter.
Medicinal: Used for coughs, burns, wound healing, and inflammation.
Nutritional: Contains antioxidants (flavonoids, phenolics), amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, though in small amounts.
Antibacterial: Its low water, high sugar, and acidic properties inhibit bacterial growth.
Important considerations
Infants: Never give honey to babies under 1 year old due to the risk of infant botulism.
Allergies: Avoid if you have allergies to honey or pollen.