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Keep Hay Fever at Bay

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:18:16 GMT

Keep Allergies at Bay

With Honey

Many are turning to honey finding improved lasting relief from hay fever symptoms.

Allergies caused by airborne pollen can be a nighmare for those of us who want to enjoy the flowering months.

Most hay fever allergies are caused by an abundance of airborne pollen mostly from grasses and trees. These minscule grains also drift into the flowers of other plants of which bees gather pollen and nectar from to make their honey.

The minute pollen traces contained in the honey pass through the gut wall and then enter the blood stream. Here they come in contact with cells that form antibodies. By continually exposing the body to minute doses, the body has a chance to build an immunity to the allergen. Natures way of micro dosing.

A study conducted in Britain by Dr Coft found 76% participants reported improvement due to the honey consumption and some found after consuming honey for a prolonged period needed “no medication for hay fever was needed (as) in previous years”.

Keep Allergies at Bay Honey Recipe

Consume 10-20 grams, (2-5 teaspoons) of raw honey a day, preferrable a month before spring.

Stick to the remedy for at least 4 to 8 weeks for your body to build an immunity to the allergen.

We recommend locally produced raw honey - This honey likely contains minute traces of the specific allergens that are effecting you.

For an extra boost - Research also has found by chewing the comb wax is particulary benefical as this contains higher amounts of pollen residue.

* Kirsten S. Trainer (2011), M.S.: Two Million Blossoms, Discovering the Medicinal Benefits of Honey

5 Reasons Why Honey is better than Sugar

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:43:45 GMT

Swap Sugar

With Honey

5 reasons why honey is a healthier alternative to get
your sweet tooth fix .

Lower in GI

Doesn't raise blood sugar levels so quickly. Eating honey also spikes blood glucose levels but not to the same extent as refined sugar, meaning that we’re less likely to need another sugar hit to sustain our energy levels – great news for weight management!

Vitamins & Minerals

Honey contains vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium, zinc, chromium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium and manganese. It contains healthy amounts of vitamins B2, B4, B5, B6, B11 and C. Sugar contains none.

Proline, which is one of the 18 free amino acids included in honey, is found in great abundance and is an essential component of collagen.

Antioxident

& Anti-Inflammatory Properties

Raw honey contains high levels of polyphenols and flavanoids which have been found to help neutralise free radicals that cause oxidative stress causing damage to our cells and DNA. These compounds also act as anti-imflammatory agents to reduce levels of inflammation that can lead, overtime, into something more serious, such as autoimmune disorders, heart conditions, cancer, stroke, Alzheimer’s, or diabetes.

Healing Qualities

Superior treatment for coughs & sore throats. Research* has shown for many people honey moderates sinus & throat irritations and lasting relief from hay fever symptoms.

Helps Promote a Healthy Gut Biome

Honey contains a type of prebiotic fibre the good bacteria, fungi and viruses in our guts (collectively called the microbiota) thrive on it, and a thriving microbiota means that we have a healthy, regular gut.

* Kirsten S. Trainer (2011), M.S.: Two Million Blossoms, Discovering the Medicinal Benefits of HoneyNew Paragraph

Honey for Healing

website@sitemodify.com (Website Editor) — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:28:42 GMT

Wound healing

Honey for Healing

Active honey can be used to successfully treat wounds and burns and is regularly used in healthcare settings around the world in sterile dressings.

Sterilises the wound

It rapidly helps the healing process by sterilising the wound with it’s potent antimicrobial activity thats gentle on the skin.

Promotes Healing

Encourages the flow of lymph fluid to the wound which promotes healing.

Reduces Scar Tissue

Honey comprises a wide variety of active compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic acid, organic acids, enzymes, and vitamins, that act to improve the wound healing process and reduce scar tissue.

Forms a Protective Barrier

Keeps moisture in and forms a protective barrier, helping to prevent further infection.

Honey to fight against bacterial micoorganisms resistance to prescribed antibiotics

There has been a rapid increase in the use of active medicinal honey in health care systems that has been found to successfully heal post operative, acute and chronic wounds infected by microorganisms that have developed resistance to commonly prescribed antibiotics.

(Open Life Sciences,Volume 16 Issue 1)

Ginger Tumeric & Honey Immune Booster

website@sitemodify.com (Website Editor) — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:28:42 GMT

Ginger Tumeric & Honey
Immune Booster

Natures powerful antibiotics to boost the immune system and fight off seasonal colds & viruses.

Ingredients

Makes a 150ml batch.

1/2 cup (170g) raw honey
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon (7g) ground tumeric or 3 tablespoons fresh grated tumeric
3 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

How to make your Booster Tonic

01 Mix

Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Taste and add more ginger or turmeric if needed. Aim for a really strong flavour, you’ll only add a few teaspoons to a cup of warm water.

02 Store

Store in a glass container and keep in the fridge, ready when you are for your next boost.

03 Make

Boil a cup of water and let slightly cool (between 30-40˚C, to keep the benefits from the honey intact), stir in a few teaspoons of the honey mixture and drink.

Why Raw Honey?

Regular honey that is most common in supermarkets has been processed and heated (pasterised - 60C). This destroys many of the antibiotic, antimicrobial & other nutritional properties in the honey.

To keep the goodness of the honey intact use warm water temperature below 40C or 104F.

Look for Raw or Active codes on the label of the honey you buy. Health shops and farmers markets are great places to get some natural, powerful healing honey.

Honey Face Mask Perfect for that well needed Ahhh time......

website@sitemodify.com (Website Editor) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:28:42 GMT

DIY Skin Remedy

Hydrating, Cleansing
Honey Face Mask

Perfect for the well deserved Ahhhhh time.... Ideal to apply as you soak and relax in the bath.

How to make your Honey Face Mask

01 Raw honey

Apply 2 tablespoons of raw honey to the face, relax & let sit for 20 mins.

02 Rinse

Rinse off with water or a cloth, honey becomes less sticky when added with water.

03 Variations

Honey & Olive Oil

For Dry Skin

You can also combine Olive oil (2 tbsp honey to 1 tbsp oil) to add a boost of vitamin E - great for dry skin.

Honey & Aloe Vera

For Soothing Sun kissed Skin

If you have been out soaking up the sun lately combine 2 tbsp honey to 1 tbsp Aloe vera. A double shot of soothing goodness.

Why is honey so good for my skin?

Raw & Active Honey Is full of sweet health benefits. For the skin you couldn't really ask for a more effective anti-aging skin care elixir. Active raw honey has a high concentration of Antioxidants to help neutralise free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage our cells and DNA.

And that is not all.....

glowing MOISTURISED skin

Honey is a great moisturiser, a natural humectant (draws moisture into the skin) that also contains enzymes, minerals and exfoliating properties. It helps to remove old, dull skin cells reveal newer, fresher skin cells which improves the skins complexion and leaves the skin feeling soft and moisturised.

Anti-Ageing - improves the skins elasticity

Raw Honey contains a substance called gluconic acid, a type of alpha hydroxy acid, or AHA. Gluconic acid helps to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin and also helps to increase the elasticity of the skin.

Honey for Acne and breakouts

Rich in antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties which calms, soothes & helps to prevent and fight acne & breakouts.

Always do a patch test before applying honey or any ingredients that you have not tried before to your face. Even if you consume honey all the time, your skin might have an unexpected reaction to it as a topical treatment.

What is Active Honey?

website@sitemodify.com (Website Editor) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:44:49 GMT

Super Honey

What is Active Honey?

Active honey is a rating that is given to honey that has been tested for it’s effectiveness at killing bacteria and other microorganisms.

Natural Enzymes from the Bees

Bees add natural enzymes to their honey that produce bacterial and microorganism killing substances. Not all honey has the same healing capacity. Variations of their antimicrobial potency vary greatly depending on the floral source used by the Bees.

How to identify Active Honey

You may have heard of Manuka (New Zealand Maori name) Honey from the Leptospermum scoparium tree, native to New Zealand and Australia. This honey is one of the most well known and used medicinal active honey types. However that is not the only one.... there are many other types of honeys that also contain high levels of antibacterial, antimicrobial properties. The active rating codes are found on the label of the honey. See below the different grades and what they mean.

Active honey scales .
What do the codes mean?
MGO, NPA, PA, TA+

NPA (non peroxide activity) & MGO

There are a few different grading types when looking at a honey’s antimicrobial strength. NPA (non peroxide activity) & MGO (methylglyoxal) are the two indicators that measure the grade and activity of Manuka honey. The antimicrobial power in honey that is derived from chemicals in the nectar that bees collect from flowers (Manuka Flowers) known as Methylglyoxal ( MGO ).

PA (Peroxide activity)

PA is associated for honeys that have a high active property in the form of Hydrogen Peroxide. Bees produce an enzyme called glucose oxidase which they add to their honey. Glucose oxidase reacts with the glucose (sugar) and the water in honey and produces Hydrogen Peroxide.

A powerful antibacterial, anti fungal agent that is gently on skin tissue and in the digestive system.

TA+ (Total Activity)

TA is the sum of the two types of antibacterial power in Honey: Peroxide Activity (PA) and Non Peroxide Activity (NPA). TA = PA + NPA

Careful not to heat your Active or Raw Honey

Heating honey (greater than 40 Degrees) destroys many of the antibiotic and antimicrobial properties in the honey.

To keep the goodness of the honey intact use warm water temperature below 40C or 104F

Regular honey that is most common in supermarkets has been processed and heated (pasterised - 60C) and does not contain the nutritional or healing potency of Active & Raw honey.

Easy tips on how you can help safeguard our Bees

website@sitemodify.com (Website Editor) — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 04:47:35 GMT

SAFEGUARD OUR BEES

Easy tips on how you can help our Pollinators

Pollinators Patch

Leaving patches of our land and garden unkept. Flowering weeds provide an opportunity for a range of diverse flowers to grow and can provide valuable habitat especially for native bees that burrow in the ground.

Avoid using pesticides

Avoid using harmful pesticides and leaving areas spray free. The chemicals in these sprays are also very harmful to you. Try Companion Planting instead.

Companion Planting

Companion planting can help reduce unwanted critters eating your prized veggie garden or favourite pot plants by encouraging beneficial insects and bees.

Companion planting chart .

Bee Flower Seed Mix

Many garden centres and online stores sell specially selected mix of flowers and herb seeds to attract bees and other beneficial insects. A easy way to promote natural bio diversity in your garden or patio.

Honey & Peanut Butter Muffins

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:52:23 GMT

A quick & easy recipe great
for a snack or after dinner treat

Honey & Peanut Butter Muffins

Ingredients

Makes 6 muffins

1 cup flour
pinch of salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 tablespoons peanut butter (however you prefer crunchy or smooth)
2 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons honey
3/4 cup milk (dairy or non dairy)

How to make your Muffins

01

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

Line a 6 muffin pan with muffin cases, and set aside.

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

02

Add the peanut butter and oil and mix with a fork until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Add the milk and honey in thirds and fold in until just combined - do not overmix.

03

Pour into muffin tins (about 3/4 full) and bake for 10-12 minutes, until tops are golden brown and spring back when you touch them.

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Keep Hay Fever at Bay

Keep Allergies at Bay

With Honey

Many are turning to honey finding improved lasting relief from hay fever symptoms.

Allergies caused by airborne pollen can be a nighmare for those of us who want to enjoy the flowering months.

Keep Allergies at Bay Honey Recipe

5 Reasons Why Honey is better than Sugar

Swap Sugar

With Honey

Honey for Healing

Wound healing

Honey for Healing

Ginger Tumeric & Honey Immune Booster

Ginger Tumeric & Honey Immune Booster

Natures powerful antibiotics to boost the immune system and fight off seasonal colds & viruses.

How to make your Booster Tonic

01 Mix

02 Store

03 Make

Honey Face Mask Perfect for that well needed Ahhh time......

DIY Skin Remedy

Hydrating, Cleansing Honey Face Mask

01 Raw honey

02 Rinse

03 Variations

What is Active Honey?

Super Honey

What is Active Honey?

Easy tips on how you can help safeguard our Bees

SAFEGUARD OUR BEES

Easy tips on how you can help our Pollinators

Pollinators Patch

Avoid using pesticides

Companion Planting

Bee Flower Seed Mix

Honey & Peanut Butter Muffins

A quick & easy recipe great for a snack or after dinner treat

Honey & Peanut Butter Muffins

How to make your Muffins

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Swap Sugar

With Honey

Ginger Tumeric & Honey
Immune Booster

Hydrating, Cleansing
Honey Face Mask

A quick & easy recipe great
for a snack or after dinner treat

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