| By :
Val Wilson
After years of saturation of commercially produced honey, organic honey is making a great come back. Not only do true connoisseurs recognize a distinct difference in the flavor of this golden nectar, but the health benefits are also a great reason to revert to what was once the norm. Organic honey is produced from untainted flowering plants and is unprocessed before going into the jar you find on the store shelf or local farmers market. Without any added preservatives, there is nothing in the way to taint the taste of this sweet treat. For centuries the freshness and unique taste of honey has been a staple in many homes. Perhaps in the organic state, honey has become even more important with the realization of the toll on our bodies that processed foods can take. Cafes and eateries have taken notice of what their patrons demand and have moved on to providing top shelf honey for the finicky and perceptive customer. Not only are they providing great quality to their consumers, but they can rest assured that the nutritional level is at its best. Specialty dishes are no longer made with just any old honey, but may use types created from a particular type of flower that are all naturally grown. As a result for the growing demand, all-natural honey is becoming more readily available to the average consumer. Thanks to the burgeoning beekeeper farms and stores, you can now enjoy its delectable taste right at home. It can be used not just for creating your own delectable desserts for your family, but can be enjoyed straight for the health benefits it can provide. In addition to eating, here are some additional things to consider with sweet organic honey: Use a honey recipe to create the perfect facial or skin exfoliation treatment. You can mix a tablespoon of honey with half a cup of sugar to create an all natural sugar scrub. Don't be surprised at how easily this mixture can rejuvenate and smoothen tired skin. This treatment is safe for the face as well. For more calloused skin, try combining a bit of honey into some rock salt. This will be too rough for the face, but can be used liberally on tougher body parts. Honey can aid the skin in water absorption, giving it natural moisture. Because you are not using lotions with unknown elements, people with even the most sensitive skin can enjoy this technique. Next time you see the call for sugar in your favorite barbeque sauce, try substituting with a bit of honey. You'll still get that same great glaze on your chicken and pork with the added benefit of it being a much healthier replacement. It will naturally work as a thickening agent and may actually reduce the cooking time of your favorite syrups or sauces. Feeling a bit under the weather? Try a spoonful of honey. To really kick that cold you can mix in some bits of garlic as well for your immune system. Honey is known to have some antiseptic properties, as well as anti-inflammatory. I don't think we need to mention it will also taste a whole lot better than most (or all) medicines. Finally, if you are a dedicated tea drinker, be sure to use organic honey as your choice sweetener. If you are drinking a soothing chamomile to calm the nerves or green tea to help stave off cancer, adding just a touch of honey can improve the overall health and medicinal benefits of your favorite preferred beverage.
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