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History

The history of honey dates back to ancient times, when it played a significant role in the daily diet. The ancient Greeks believed that the gods of Mount Olympus were fed with honey - the nectar of the gods.

According to Greek mythology, Zeus was raised on honey by the nymph Melissa in Diktaio Andro cave, and the ancient Greeks offered honey to the gods at sacrificial ceremonies.

During the Byzantine Empire, honey was part of the diet, especially in monasteries.

Nowadays, the world renowned Mediterranean diet, and especially the Cretan Diet, which provides Cretans with health and longevity, includes honey as the main sweetener.

The symbolic meaning of honey is equally important as it has been considered a symbol of fertility and welfare from ancient times until now.

Thyme

Thyme grows wild on the plains, hills and mountains of Crete. Bees suck the nectar from the flowers and make honey with excellent taste.

The nutritional value of honey

As to the nutritional value of honey, it is undoubtedly great. Honey contains simple sugars which are immediately absorbed by the body, providing an instant source of energy. It also contains valuable vitamins and minerals.

Honey contains more than 180 different nutritious substances, like micronutrient, phosphor, magnesium, calcium, iron, sulphur, chloride, potassium etc.It contains substances that are absorbed by the human organism without side effects, contrary to common sugar. .

Honey is good for…

Honey is a tonic, it has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, it is used for the healing of wounds, it facilitates proper bowel movement, it relieves insomnia, sore throats, stomach ulcers, and it contributes to the proper functioning of the body in general.

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Sources:

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