Shocking Relation: Honey, Obesity, and Diabetes

Shocking Honey Adulterations in India

Did you know that the Honey that you use daily results in obesity and heart problems? WAIT !! WHAT….? Yes, you heard that right.     

Facts:

Almost everyone in today’s world of pandemics uses honey as a superfood because of its many health benefits, like it is an immunity booster, high-energy food, a remedy for weight loss, a natural substitute for sugar, and improving heart health.

But little did you know, that more than 60% of the Honey available in the market is adulterated, according to a recent study by FDA, India.

Find out the article from the Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/nagpur/experts-sound-note-of-caution-as-fda-finds-52-of-86-honey-samples-adulterated/articleshow/85336798.cms

Its study says that most branded honey has adulteration of added sugar, higher levels of fructose, etc.  

This honey will not be a superfood but will actually have disadvantages like high sugar intake.

This can lead to all health complications like Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, etc.

But what is the solution? What Can we do?

First of All, it is very important to check the contents of the honey that you buy from the market to avoid buying adulterated honey.

Also, there are many simple tests that can be done on honey samples to check whether the honey is adulterated or not.

Like the heat test, dip a matchstick in honey and light it. If it burns, then your honey is adulterated. For more please find the link: https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/how-to-check-if-your-honey-is-pure-or-adulterated-1690779.

Make sure to buy honey that is raw & unprocessed and free from any antibiotics.  

Also, if possible, look for the honey of Wild origin i.e., extracted from the forests;

as it has all the benefits of the wildflowers which can be of great benefit.

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