What It Is

Raw honey could be best described as the purest form of honey there is. The honey manufacturers just pour the honey straight from the honeycomb into containers, filtering it just for dead bees or particles of beeswax.

“Regular” honey, on the other hand, goes through several more stages before being packed and sold. After the honey is removed from the honeycomb, it is pasteurized and then filtrated to remove all the impurities.

More Differences

The most obvious difference between raw honey and regular honey is their texture and taste. The regular honey has a liquid and smooth texture. Raw honey, on the other hand, is often crystalized and becomes hard fast. The unprocessed honey also has a more complex taste that is a result of the impurities and remains of pollen.

The more important difference, however, is their nutritional content. Raw honey has an impressive nutritional value that involves amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.

The nutritional value of regular honey, on the other hand, is compromised due to filtration and pasteurization. These methods also remove almost all pollen.

Benefits of Pollen

Pollen is believed to have a number of health benefits and is itself highly nutritious. The studies showed that it can help improve liver function and also serve as a weapon against inflammation.

The post The Differences Between Raw Honey and Regular Honey appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

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You may have seen the videos on TikTok already; they show people freezing honey in plastic containers like water bottles. Once the honey is frozen, you can squeeze it out of the bottle and bite into the solid sweetness. What exactly is wrong with this?

@daveyrz

Who was the first to invent it? #experiment

♬ original sound – Davey

The main problem is that you’ll end up eating excessive amounts of honey this way. Despite being a natural ingredient, honey is basically pure sugar. Things only get worse when you add fake color and flavors to it, like many people have been doing. Eating excessive amounts of honey over a longer time period can lead to weight gain and increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

We say it’s better to skip this particular trend and wait for a new one, because they come and go fast these days!

The post Should You Try The Frozen Honey TikTok Trend? appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Honey Roasted Apples

This is an exercise in changing how we think. The first thought most of us would have when we think of apples and honey in a dish would be an apple crumble cake or apple turnover. The problem is that if you’re trying to keep healthy you’re probably avoiding pastries whenever you can. Try roasting the apples with some honey and mild-flavored oil, they will turn crispy and caramelized on the outside and mushy on the inside. Throw some caramelized nuts on top for the extra crunch.

Baked Figs with Honey

Figs are quite seasonal so to get the full flavor, this dessert if for the summer/early autumn. It’s super simple since it’s simply a matter of cutting the fruit in half and drizzling with honey mixed with some whiskey. Give this treat a twist by putting a leaf of mint as garnish.

Grilled Pineapple with Honey

This is a beautiful dessert. Slice the pineapple to thick slices and let it soak in some lime and then simply place on the grill so that the lines are visible when the meat is cooked and juicy. Drizzle with honey and serve warm.

The post Stay Healthy With These Fruit and Honey Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Check out some of the fantastic things about honey that have been discovered and confirmed by scientists about this fantastic superfood.

Rich in Antioxidants

One of the biggest benefits that are contained in honey is, without a doubt, its antioxidants. Rich with compounds such as flavonoids, these compounds have been shown to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attacks, and even some cancers in addition to their anti-inflammatory power.

Soothing For Your Throat

We’ve always known that having a cup of tea with some honey when sick just makes sense, but now there’s scientific proof to back it up. Its antioxidants come into play once again to reduce inflammation, and then there’s the next item on the list which also helps.

Antibacterial Properties

That’s right—honey even has antibacterial compounds that work to fight against illness and infection! It contains hydrogen peroxide as well as a high sugar content, which works to stem the growth of harmful microbes.

The post Check Out These Health Benefits of Honey appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Melipona honey was famously used by the Mayans to heal eyes, ears, digestive and respiratory system, as well as postpartum problems. These unique bees absorb more nutrients from plants than any other type of bee, so their honey contains more fructose and glucose, becoming a superfood with many health benefits.

Melipona honey is watery and doesn’t crystallize as much as regular honey. It’s used as a medication more often than for sweetening foods and drinks, thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. 

The rest of the world recently discovered Melipona honey and wellness-obsessed individuals around the world are doing everything they hand to get a jar of this liquid miracle. The only problem is there’s not nearly enough of it for everyone who wants it.

The post Why Melipona Honey Is so Popular Right Now appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some additions that you can put in your green tea to make it a little more exciting.

Honey

One of the most classic combinations in the hot drink world is tea and honey. We especially like combining natural honey with green tea because the honey’s sweetness does a fantastic interplay with the light tannins of the green tea.

Pomegranate Juice

Green tea goes together fantastically with pomegranate, and I think the best way to incorporate the flavor is to add a splash of the fruit’s juice. This combination is equally delicious when cold or hot.

Mint

Put green together with green and add a little bit of mint to your green tea! Spearmint, whose light mint flavor and wonderful aroma do a good job of complementing the drink’s natural flavors, can be added into your mug in order to create an absolutely delicious creation.

The post Try These Green Tea Additions appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are five recommendations for great additions for peanut butter sandwiches that aren’t jelly.

Banana

Peanut butter and banana pair perfectly together. The sweetness of the banana and the saltiness of the peanut butter go so well together.

Nutella

Nutella and peanut butter? Yes, please. These two nut-based spreads are a combination made in heaven.

Honey

If you aren’t afraid of something sweet, try a peanut butter and honey sandwich. Don’t put too much honey on the bread, however, or it might be overwhelming.

Apple

If you’ve ever tried dipping apple slices in peanut butter, you’d know how great this combination is. I recommend tart, green apples with peanut butter, to counteract the sweet saltiness of the spread.

Avocado

This combination might seem odd at first, but trust me, it really works. In addition, both peanut butter and avocado are rich in healthy, unsaturated fats that are great for heart health.

Next time you reach for strawberry or grape jelly to eat with peanut butter, think outside of the box and try something different! You’d be surprised by how many things go well with peanut butter.

The post Five Perfect Peanut Butter Sandwich Pairings appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Bees are required to make 22,700 trips to fill a single jar of honey (imagine all the frequent flier miles!), and each dollop of the golden syrup contains undeniable health benefits.

Plus, did we mention it’s delicious?

Contains Antioxidants

Everyone needs more antioxidants. The compound helps to ward off cell damage and decreases the risk of cancer and heart disease. Studies have also been done on mice which show that honey can inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Heals Cuts and Burns

Research has shown that honey can quicken the healing process when it comes to wounds and burns. So next time you’re out of ointment, dab some honey on the area.

Cures Hangovers

While this has not been entirely proven, we’re still going with it in the hopes of anything to take away the effects of downing too much liquor the night before! Honey possesses fructose which has the ability to speed up the oxidation of alcohol in the liver. Unfortunately, you need to consume quite a lot of the nectar to get the effect.

The post 3 Reasons Honey is Good For You appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

This situation can stress you out even more. Planning a diet that’s proactive in reducing stress or simply eating foods that produce this effect can help you to feel calmer and to live a less stressful life.

Here are some foods that will help you manage your stress levels and feel more relaxed overall.

Honey

Honey is a great way to intake carbohydrates without provoking anxiety or stress. In fact, honey contains tryptophan, a chemical that helps to relax your body and keep you calm.

Salmon

This healthy fish is not only delicious and healthy, but it also helps lowering of stress levels and overall relaxation. Salmon’s omega-3 fatty acids work to reduce anxiety and calm you down.

Dark Chocolate

Another great food to nibble on if you’re stressing is dark chocolate. In addition to being tasty, its low sugar content and cortisol-reducing substances will keep you off edge all day.

Spinach

Finally, if you’re looking for a stress-busting veggie, look no further than spinach. Its high levels of folate, which helps your body make seratonin and dopamine, two regulatory hormones.

The post Stressed? Try Eating These Foods! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F and grease and flour a cake pan.
2.  In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg. If you don’t have all the spices, use at least cinnamon.
3. Zest an orange.
4. In a separate and larger bowl, stir together eggs, honey, oil, sugar, and the orange zest.
5. With an electric hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, alternately add in the dry flour mixture and orange juice to the wet ingredients. Continue until all the dry ingredients are gone and the batter is well incorporated.
6. Bake for 40-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

The post This Moist Honey Cake Could Not Be Easier to Make! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

What It Is

Raw honey could be best described as the purest form of honey there is. The honey manufacturers just pour the honey straight from the honeycomb into containers, filtering it just for dead bees or particles of beeswax.

“Regular” honey, on the other hand, goes through several more stages before being packed and sold. After the honey is removed from the honeycomb, it is pasteurized and then filtrated to remove all the impurities.

More Differences

The most obvious difference between raw honey and regular honey is their texture and taste. The regular honey has a liquid and smooth texture. Raw honey, on the other hand, is often crystalized and becomes hard fast. The unprocessed honey also has a more complex taste that is a result of the impurities and remains of pollen.

The more important difference, however, is their nutritional content. Raw honey has an impressive nutritional value that involves amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.

The nutritional value of regular honey, on the other hand, is compromised due to filtration and pasteurization. These methods also remove almost all pollen.

Benefits of Pollen

Pollen is believed to have a number of health benefits and is itself highly nutritious. The studies showed that it can help improve liver function and also serve as a weapon against inflammation.

The post The Differences Between Raw Honey and Regular Honey appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by collettshumboldthoney (@collettshumboldthoney)

You may have seen the videos on TikTok already; they show people freezing honey in plastic containers like water bottles. Once the honey is frozen, you can squeeze it out of the bottle and bite into the solid sweetness. What exactly is wrong with this?

@daveyrz

Who was the first to invent it? #experiment

♬ original sound – Davey

The main problem is that you’ll end up eating excessive amounts of honey this way. Despite being a natural ingredient, honey is basically pure sugar. Things only get worse when you add fake color and flavors to it, like many people have been doing. Eating excessive amounts of honey over a longer time period can lead to weight gain and increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

We say it’s better to skip this particular trend and wait for a new one, because they come and go fast these days!

The post Should You Try The Frozen Honey TikTok Trend? appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Honey Roasted Apples

This is an exercise in changing how we think. The first thought most of us would have when we think of apples and honey in a dish would be an apple crumble cake or apple turnover. The problem is that if you’re trying to keep healthy you’re probably avoiding pastries whenever you can. Try roasting the apples with some honey and mild-flavored oil, they will turn crispy and caramelized on the outside and mushy on the inside. Throw some caramelized nuts on top for the extra crunch.

Baked Figs with Honey

Figs are quite seasonal so to get the full flavor, this dessert if for the summer/early autumn. It’s super simple since it’s simply a matter of cutting the fruit in half and drizzling with honey mixed with some whiskey. Give this treat a twist by putting a leaf of mint as garnish.

Grilled Pineapple with Honey

This is a beautiful dessert. Slice the pineapple to thick slices and let it soak in some lime and then simply place on the grill so that the lines are visible when the meat is cooked and juicy. Drizzle with honey and serve warm.

The post Stay Healthy With These Fruit and Honey Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Check out some of the fantastic things about honey that have been discovered and confirmed by scientists about this fantastic superfood.

Rich in Antioxidants

One of the biggest benefits that are contained in honey is, without a doubt, its antioxidants. Rich with compounds such as flavonoids, these compounds have been shown to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attacks, and even some cancers in addition to their anti-inflammatory power.

Soothing For Your Throat

We’ve always known that having a cup of tea with some honey when sick just makes sense, but now there’s scientific proof to back it up. Its antioxidants come into play once again to reduce inflammation, and then there’s the next item on the list which also helps.

Antibacterial Properties

That’s right—honey even has antibacterial compounds that work to fight against illness and infection! It contains hydrogen peroxide as well as a high sugar content, which works to stem the growth of harmful microbes.

The post Check Out These Health Benefits of Honey appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Melipona honey was famously used by the Mayans to heal eyes, ears, digestive and respiratory system, as well as postpartum problems. These unique bees absorb more nutrients from plants than any other type of bee, so their honey contains more fructose and glucose, becoming a superfood with many health benefits.

Melipona honey is watery and doesn’t crystallize as much as regular honey. It’s used as a medication more often than for sweetening foods and drinks, thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. 

The rest of the world recently discovered Melipona honey and wellness-obsessed individuals around the world are doing everything they hand to get a jar of this liquid miracle. The only problem is there’s not nearly enough of it for everyone who wants it.

The post Why Melipona Honey Is so Popular Right Now appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some additions that you can put in your green tea to make it a little more exciting.

Honey

One of the most classic combinations in the hot drink world is tea and honey. We especially like combining natural honey with green tea because the honey’s sweetness does a fantastic interplay with the light tannins of the green tea.

Pomegranate Juice

Green tea goes together fantastically with pomegranate, and I think the best way to incorporate the flavor is to add a splash of the fruit’s juice. This combination is equally delicious when cold or hot.

Mint

Put green together with green and add a little bit of mint to your green tea! Spearmint, whose light mint flavor and wonderful aroma do a good job of complementing the drink’s natural flavors, can be added into your mug in order to create an absolutely delicious creation.

The post Try These Green Tea Additions appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are five recommendations for great additions for peanut butter sandwiches that aren’t jelly.

Banana

Peanut butter and banana pair perfectly together. The sweetness of the banana and the saltiness of the peanut butter go so well together.

Nutella

Nutella and peanut butter? Yes, please. These two nut-based spreads are a combination made in heaven.

Honey

If you aren’t afraid of something sweet, try a peanut butter and honey sandwich. Don’t put too much honey on the bread, however, or it might be overwhelming.

Apple

If you’ve ever tried dipping apple slices in peanut butter, you’d know how great this combination is. I recommend tart, green apples with peanut butter, to counteract the sweet saltiness of the spread.

Avocado

This combination might seem odd at first, but trust me, it really works. In addition, both peanut butter and avocado are rich in healthy, unsaturated fats that are great for heart health.

Next time you reach for strawberry or grape jelly to eat with peanut butter, think outside of the box and try something different! You’d be surprised by how many things go well with peanut butter.

The post Five Perfect Peanut Butter Sandwich Pairings appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Bees are required to make 22,700 trips to fill a single jar of honey (imagine all the frequent flier miles!), and each dollop of the golden syrup contains undeniable health benefits.

Plus, did we mention it’s delicious?

Contains Antioxidants

Everyone needs more antioxidants. The compound helps to ward off cell damage and decreases the risk of cancer and heart disease. Studies have also been done on mice which show that honey can inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Heals Cuts and Burns

Research has shown that honey can quicken the healing process when it comes to wounds and burns. So next time you’re out of ointment, dab some honey on the area.

Cures Hangovers

While this has not been entirely proven, we’re still going with it in the hopes of anything to take away the effects of downing too much liquor the night before! Honey possesses fructose which has the ability to speed up the oxidation of alcohol in the liver. Unfortunately, you need to consume quite a lot of the nectar to get the effect.

The post 3 Reasons Honey is Good For You appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

This situation can stress you out even more. Planning a diet that’s proactive in reducing stress or simply eating foods that produce this effect can help you to feel calmer and to live a less stressful life.

Here are some foods that will help you manage your stress levels and feel more relaxed overall.

Honey

Honey is a great way to intake carbohydrates without provoking anxiety or stress. In fact, honey contains tryptophan, a chemical that helps to relax your body and keep you calm.

Salmon

This healthy fish is not only delicious and healthy, but it also helps lowering of stress levels and overall relaxation. Salmon’s omega-3 fatty acids work to reduce anxiety and calm you down.

Dark Chocolate

Another great food to nibble on if you’re stressing is dark chocolate. In addition to being tasty, its low sugar content and cortisol-reducing substances will keep you off edge all day.

Spinach

Finally, if you’re looking for a stress-busting veggie, look no further than spinach. Its high levels of folate, which helps your body make seratonin and dopamine, two regulatory hormones.

The post Stressed? Try Eating These Foods! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F and grease and flour a cake pan.
2.  In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg. If you don’t have all the spices, use at least cinnamon.
3. Zest an orange.
4. In a separate and larger bowl, stir together eggs, honey, oil, sugar, and the orange zest.
5. With an electric hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, alternately add in the dry flour mixture and orange juice to the wet ingredients. Continue until all the dry ingredients are gone and the batter is well incorporated.
6. Bake for 40-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

The post This Moist Honey Cake Could Not Be Easier to Make! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.