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Honey has been valued by mankind from the earliest times. It is a healthy, natural food, the production of which enriches the environment as bees pollinate the flowers they visit. The taste of honey is derived from the source of the nectar. There is a wide variety of flavours which depend on the trees, plants or herbs located around the hive.
Honey is sold in liquid or set forms. Set, or granulated honey, is the natural process by which honey changes from the liquid to the set form. Comb honey is honey taken from the hive exactly as it was stored by the bees, and is eaten whole. Comb honey is thought to be beneficial for a wide variety of ailments, including hay fever.
Honey contains various minerals and enzymes. It has been used since ancient times for its antibacterial properties. Other products from the hive include Royal Jelly, Propolis, Pollen and Beeswax.
