Can you eat it? Why You Should Try Eating Raw Honeycomb and How to Enjoy it
The Health Benefits of Eating Raw Honeycomb
Honeycomb is a unique and delicious food that has been enjoyed by people for centuries. Not only does it taste great, but it also offers several promising health benefits. In this blog, we will explore the health benefits of eating raw honeycomb, how to eat it, and why it's best to choose certified organic honeycomb from local beekeepers.
Health Benefits of Eating Honeycomb
My Dad’s Honey Certified Organic Honeycomb
Honeycomb is a natural and unprocessed form of honey, and it contains many of the same beneficial compounds as liquid honey. Honeycomb and raw honey offer similar health benefits since honeycomb is simply raw honey in its natural comb form. However, honeycomb offers some additional benefits due to its fibre content and the presence of beeswax. The wax in the honeycomb is rich in fibre, which can help regulate bowel movements and improve digestive health. Additionally, beeswax has anti-inflammatory properties that may further boost the anti-inflammatory benefits of honey.
Here are some of the health benefits of eating raw honeycomb:
Nutrient-rich
Honeycomb is packed with vitamins and minerals, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C. It also contains antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Digestive aid and great for gut health
Honeycomb features vitamin A and fibre which help balance out the gut microbiome, promoting beneficial gut bacteria. As mentioned before, the fibre in the wax can also help aid digestion by stimulating the production of digestive enzyme, thus helping regulate bowel movements.
Anti-inflammatory properties
Honeycomb has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the body and improve overall health.
Energy boost
Honeycomb is a great source of natural energy, as it contains carbohydrates and glucose, which are quickly absorbed by the body and used as fuel.
How to Eat Honeycomb
There are several ways to enjoy honeycomb, depending on your personal preference. Here are some examples:
You can enjoy raw honeycomb by simply cutting a piece to eat as is
Simply eat raw honeycomb as is
One of the simplest and most traditional ways to enjoy honeycomb is to eat it as is, straight from the comb. Simply cut a piece of honeycomb and chew on it to release the honey.
Add honeycomb to your toast or crumpets
Spread some honeycomb on toast or crumpets for a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
Add honeycomb to your cheese platters
Pair honeycomb with cheese
Honeycomb pairs well with cheese and crackers, providing a sweet and savoury flavour combination. Adding honeycomb in cheese platters is one of the most common and quick ways to elevate your table when entertaining guests.
Add on your salads and desserts
You can also add honeycomb to make your salads and desserts extra special - making them sweeter and healthier!
Mix honeycomb in tea
Add a piece of honeycomb to a cup of hot tea for a natural sweetener and added health benefits.
Recipes that use My Dad’s Honey Honeycomb
In our past blog posts, we shared a few recipes that used honeycomb that you might want to save for later:
Why Choose Organic Honeycomb from Local Beekeepers
When choosing to eat honeycomb, it's essential to consider the source of the honeycomb. Buying organic honeycomb direct from local beekeepers can offer several benefits compared to commercially-produced honeycomb.
Organic Honeycomb is free from harmful chemicals
Firstly, choosing an organic honeycomb means that you are consuming a product that is free from harmful chemicals and pesticides. As a Certified Organic Beekeeper, we use natural and sustainable methods to manage our hives, which can lead to healthier bees and better-quality honeycomb.
As we like to say here at My Dad’s Honey, our Australian Certified Organic Honeycomb is a masterpiece of our hardworking bees!
My Dad’s Honey Australian Certified Organic Honeycomb - a masterpiece of our hardworking bees
Buying from beekeepers is supporting local agriculture
Secondly, buying honeycombs from local beekeepers supports local agriculture and can help to promote the health of local ecosystems. Bees are important pollinators and play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity and healthy ecosystems. By supporting local beekeepers like us, you are helping to protect local bee populations and promote a healthy environment.
Local honeycomb is more flavourful than commercial honeycomb
150g My Dad’s Honey Organic Honeycomb
Thirdly, honeycomb from local beekeepers is often fresher and more flavourful than commercially-produced honeycomb. Commercially-produced honeycomb is often subjected to high heat and other forms of processing, which can degrade the quality and flavour of the honeycomb.
You are supporting a small business
Finally, buying honeycomb from local beekeepers can help to support small businesses and promote local economies. Many local beekeepers rely on the sale of their honeycomb and other bee products to make a living, and buying from them can help to support their livelihoods and promote local economic growth.
For us, when you buy direct from My Dad’s Honey, you are supporting our family as well. My Dad’s Honey is a family-owned small business and we always appreciate each and every support we receive in any way. You can learn more ABOUT US HERE.
Bradley and Lee-Anne Jackson, My Dad’s Honey
Enjoy your honeycomb!
In conclusion, honeycomb is a naturally delicious and nutritious food that offers several promising health benefits. It can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, from eating it straight from the comb to spreading it on toast or pairing it with cheese. When buying honeycomb, it's best to choose certified organic honeycomb from local beekeepers to ensure that you are consuming a high-quality and sustainable product.
By making a conscious effort to choose organic honeycomb from trusted and local sources, you can ensure that you are consuming a product that is both healthy and environmentally friendly, while also supporting local agriculture and small businesses. So, the next time you're looking for a sweet and nutritious snack, consider trying some honeycomb and enjoy all the benefits it has to offer!
