Honey, highly regarded as the ‘food of the gods’ is an excellent natural sweetener and source of energy. Levulose and dextrose are the two main sugars that make up Honey and are quickly absorbed by our system. It contains no cholesterol and contains protein, vitamins and minerals. One of the most important attribute of Honey is the capability to kill germs and sometimes considered a natural antibiotic. Chysin, pinobanksin, vitamin C, catalase and pinocembrin are the main antioxidants present in Honey. It also has vitamin B6, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, and pantothenic acid.
So next time you’re considering which sweetener to use for your beverage, consider the advantages of using natural honey.