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Honey is a delectable and thick liquid food that possesses a dark golden hue. It is created within the honey sacs of different bees, using the nectar extracted from flowers. The taste and color of honey are influenced by the specific flowers from which the nectar is collected. Among the most sought-after types of honey are those produced by domestic honeybees from clover. The nectar undergoes a process of maturation, wherein a significant portion of its sucrose sugar is converted into levulose (fructose) and dextrose (glucose), while excess moisture is eliminated.
Is honey sustainable?
The environmental impact of honey production can be detrimental. Research indicates that the introduction of honeybees through beekeeping practices in non-native areas can hinder pollination by native bee species, thereby affecting entire ecosystems and plant life. A 2016 review suggests that industrial beekeeping methods can contribute to colony breakdowns and a decline in bee populations. Another study from the same year emphasizes the importance of increasing the overall bee population for sustainable development.
Nutrition of Honey
Calories: 63.8
Fat: 0g
Sodium: 0.8mg
Carbohydrates: 17.3g
Fiber: 0.04g
Added sugars: 0g
Protein: 0.1g
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