Description
The Stingless bee (Melipona) honey is collected by a small species of bee that adapt to sucking nectar from the smallest of flowers and the deepest crevices of the flowers. The antioxidant in stingless bee honey could break the chain of free radicals that cause a detrimental effect on the wounded area. Its other known benefits are: promote healthy heart, fights ocular diseases and reduce the risk of fertility issues in both men and women. It is twice as nutritious compared to other types of honey.
The Stingless Bee Honey, is often referred to as the “Mother of Medicine” and has a distinctive sweet and sour taste. It is a unique delicacy that is sourced from stingless bees that thrive in pristine environments of Nagaland. Out of 9 species of Stingless bee reported in India, 6 are present in Nagaland, making the state the stingless bee diversity hotspot of India. Some tribal communities of Nagaland have been rearing stingless bees since long or from forefather’s time utilizing their traditional knowledge. The beekeepers collect the stingless bee colony from the forests to establish the initial colony in their homes. After sighting the colony in the tree trunks, the incised tree trunk acts as the starter colony. They mostly keep the bees in traditional log hives or handmade wooden rectangular boxes.
Stingless bees (Melipona) produces honey containing trehalulose, a rare sugar not dominant in any other foods. The abundance of this sugar contributes to the low glycemic index (GI) of stingless bee honey. The special capabilities of stingless bees to extract nectar from tiny flowers contribute to the nutritional richness of Melipona honeydew. Various sources of wildflower, combined with regional factors, results in a honey noted for its tangy and sour notes.
Health Benefits:
- Anti-diabetic
- Promotes healthy heart
- Fights ocular diseases
- Reduces the risk of fertility issues in both men and women
Ingredients: 100% Untainted Natural Honey. No added sugar, color or flavour.
Packing Size: 120 gms
