Allergy season is upon us and many are gearing up for the
onslaught of runny noses, sinus infections and sneeze- attacks. However, what
many don't know is that the cure may be just as tasty as it is natural. Anecdotal
evidence and several studies have proven that natural, local honey can serve as
a powerful vaccine to alleviate painful and burdening allergy symptoms.
For thousands of years honey has been used for its naturally
antibacterial properties. The ancient Egyptians used honey directly on cuts and
wounds to aid in the healing process and prevent infection. Over the years and
based on the practices of our ancestors we have come to discover that the health
benefits to consuming natural honey are countless.
Honey is commonly known for its ability to soothe sore
throats. Its syrupy texture calms the rawness associated with a sore throat or
cough and the antibacterial properties combat the bacteria which cause
infection in the first place.
Honey bees travel from flower to flower indulging the plants'
sweet nectar. At the same time their bodies collect various pollen spores. The pollen
is later introduced into the hive and into the honey produced there. When the
honey is consumed, we are gradually exposed to the pollen, signaling immune
system responses that eventually build up our defense against the unwanted
allergy causing particles, and helping us later to combat their effects.
In the medical world the topic of whether or not honey is effective in
curing allergy symptoms is a controversial one. Many say that because the pollen
collected from the flowers is often times not the same as the air born pollen
which attacks us, that the honey will be ineffective in helping us to avoid the
symptoms. However history, and several studies, proves otherwise. Even so, the
uses of honey are endless. Honey can be found in moisturizers, cough suppressants and
is a great alternative to un-natural sugars which are more difficult for the
body to break down and convert to usable energy.
because the child may be exposed to the bacteria which cause botulism.
HONEY IN NEW FAIRFIELD
FOOD CENTER= $4-$5 per pound
STOP AND SHOP= Natures Promise Organic Wildflower Honey: On
sale for $3.39, Honey in the Raw: $9.49
CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PROVIDES THIS LIST OF LOCAL, NATUAL HONEY SUPPLIERS:
BEE BAUM HONEY
500 Papurah Road
Fairfield, CT 06825
203-255-9185
Local-Natural-Pure wildflower honey, hand-poured. Beeswax candles & comb honey
available. Local pollen available
FLORA PLENA, LLC
4 Fence Row
Fairfield, CT 06824
203-259-4639
kherman4@optonline.net
Local wildflower honey available.
GARDEN OF IDEAS, LLC
647 North Salem Road
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-9914
Producer of Fairfield County wildflower honey.
NORM'S OTHER HONEY
33 Kettle Road
Norwalk, CT 06850
203-847-8851
beekeeper3491@gmail.com
Manage hives, retrieve swarms, pest bee removal, local
honey.
RED BEE APIARY
77 Lyons Plain Road
Weston, CT 06883
203-226-4535
redbee@optonline.net
Honey, honeycomb, creamed and chunk honeys, bee pollen, raw
propolis, beeswax, beeswax candles, handmade beeswax salves, and lipbalms.
SILVERMINE APIARY:ANDREW'S LOCAL HONEY
127 Silvermine Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 354-0346
Fax: (203) 847-3466
beekeeper71@gmail.com
www.cthoney.com
Silvermine Apiary, home of Andrew's Local Honey, is the base
for one of Connecticut's oldest beekeeping families. The Cote family has kept
honeybees since the 1800's. They provided 100% pure, fresh, local honey, pollen,
royal jelly, propolis, & beekeeping equipment for all your bee &
beekeeping needs.
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