All about white acacia delicacy: useful properties of honey, its scope and product prices

Acacia is generous with honey. During its flowering, it is impossible to pass by and not enjoy its aroma.

The fragrant clusters of acacia are the source of an incredibly healthy and fragrant product. Due to the high content of vitamins, enzymes, trace elements and other nutrients, the product is a real treat and medicine for people of any age.

In our article we will consider in detail the composition and useful properties of this beautiful bee product. Let's talk about its use in traditional medicine and cosmetology. You can also watch a useful video on this topic.

Appearance

Honey from white acacia should be transparent, slightly with a golden hue.. Its smell should resemble the delicate aroma of vanilla. In the liquid state, it lasts up to two years. During crystallization, it becomes milky white with fine-grained granules. Crystallization occurs very slowly, and all its useful properties are preserved.

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How to choose?

The choice of natural honey from acacia can easily be mistaken, as it does not crystallize for a long time in a fresh state, and should be transparent, light yellow in color, without sediment and turbidity, not have a strong odor and not give bitterness. A fake resembles sweet water. If you dip and pull the test stick into the honey, it will slowly drain and form a slide, which is leveled gradually.

Board: Naturalness can be tested with iodine. If a drop is dropped into the sample and a blue stain appears, this indicates the presence of starch in it. There are test strips, which, dipping in the product, give a blue color, which also indicates the presence of starch. With the help of vinegar you can determine the presence of chalk.

Where and how much is for sale?

Acacia honey can be bought all over Russia: from beekeepers, in the markets, can be ordered in the online store. Delivery is carried out by Russian Post. In Moscow you can buy it in the Dobry Pasechnik shop, on the website in the Altai Honey and Medoveya sections, or in the Private Apiary of Golikovs (Metro Chertanovskaya), Balaklavsky Prospect, 5. The price for acacia honey in Moscow and St. Petersburg ranges from 700 to 840 rubles per 1 kg.

Where and how to store?

Acacia honey is stored for a long time, and if properly stored, all its beneficial properties are preserved. It is best to store it in a dark jar and in a cool place, but not in the refrigerator. It can not be kept in galvanized or metal utensils, since such contact forms toxic salts. A long shelf life indicates the content of natural preservatives in the product, but after a year of storage, honey partially loses its properties.

Composition

Acacia honey contains a diverse composition of chemical elements. It is a very nutritious and high-calorie product. 100 g of this honey contains:

• carbohydrates up to 82 g;
• proteins -0.7 g;
• fiber up to 0.3 g;
• water up to 17 g;
• dietary fiber -0.2 g

The product contains about 40% fructose and 35% glucose (wine sugar). Honey is rich in vitamins: A, C, E, K, B2 and B6. It contains:

• calcium;
• magnesium;
• iodine;
• iron;
• a large number of organic acids, trace elements and enzymes that contribute to proper digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Due to this composition it is recommended for children. The average calorie content of honey is 320 kcal per 100 g of the product, or approximately 64 kcal per tablespoon.

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Beneficial features

Acacia honey is unique for its healing properties.. It can be compared with the most active natural medicines, thanks to which it is useful even for children from 3 years for proper digestion, this type of honey does not cause allergies.

1. It normalizes the cardiovascular system, reduces blood pressure, improves cerebral circulation, restores memory, it is used for migraines. A beneficial effect on the respiratory system, helps in the treatment of nasopharynx and all diseases of the respiratory system.
2. It promotes the proper functioning of the liver and kidneys, increases hemoglobin, strengthens the immune and nervous system. Its trace elements promote digestion, help in the treatment of gastric ulcers. Improves skin and nails due to its calcium content. It is used for insomnia and overstimulation.
3. Treats eye diseases: glaucoma, cataracts and other inflammatory diseases. It has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal agent. Rejuvenates the body as a whole and gives energy for the whole day.

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Contraindications

Despite all the beneficial properties of acacia honey, it can also harm. A moderate amount is only beneficial.

Dosage

Since acacia honey contains large amounts of carbohydrates, its intake should be limited. The daily rate for an adult is 100 g, and for children up to 40 g, 1-2 teaspoons are recommended during pregnancy - this will protect women from irritability and tearfulness. During lactation, doctors advise him to refrain.

Use of the application

Acacia honey is widely used in traditional medicine and cosmetology.

In folk medicine

1. In folk medicine, it is used as an anti-inflammatory agent against cough. With angina and stomatitis, diluting honey with water, gargle and mouth cavity.
2. As an expectorant, it is taken for bronchitis and pneumonia, mixing 500 g of honey with a glass of crushed aloe leaves. In this mixture, you can add half a cup of olive oil and linden infusion.
3. Widely used for eye diseases. For cataracts and glaucoma, honey is mixed with distilled water in a ratio of 1: 2 and dripped into the eyes 2 times a day for 3 weeks.
4. When sinusitis and sinusitis make a compress: from honey, boiled water and alcohol in a ratio of 2: 3: 1, cover your face with a mask of polyethylene and fix on top with a warm bandage. Such a compress can be held for several hours. This will help the outflow of pus from the sinuses, relieve pain and relieve inflammation.
5. With hypertension and elevated pressure are mixed:
   • one glass of acacia honey;
   • one glass of beet juice;
   • one glass of lemon juice.

   Take this medicine for 1-2 teaspoons for a month.

6. Eating 50 grams of acacia honey per day can improve the overall condition of the body, strengthen blood vessels and increase hemoglobin.

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In cosmetology

Acacia honey has found its application in cosmetology. It is part of shampoos, creams and balms, as a rejuvenating component.

1. On its basis, make facials:
   • 3 tsp of honey;
   • 1 tsp olive oil;
   • 3 tbsp. spoons of almond powder.

   All mix and rub into the skin in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water.

2. For the body you need 5 tbsp tablespoons of acacia honey, 2 tbsp. spoons of rose oil and 2 cups of almond oil. All mix and apply on dry skin.
3. From getting rid of boils, boil and ulcers to them put a cloth dipped in solution in proportion: one tablespoon of honey for one cup of decoction of linden flowers. Hold for 20 minutes.

How can he hurt?

The healing effect can be achieved with a normalized and regular intake.

• With great caution, it should be taken by people prone to obesity, diabetics and people prone to allergies.
• Children under three years old are not allowed to use honey.
• The product can also adversely affect tooth enamel, provoke caries and paradontosis.

Conclusion

Acacia Honey is a true healer who can work wonders. And in the market it is not uncommon. Eating it daily for food, you not only enjoy the taste and aroma of a wonderful product, but also improve your health, permanently ensure your well-being and longevity.

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