Eucalyptus Honey - Benefits and Properties

Eucalyptus honey, monofloral, that is, collected only from this tree, is produced by bees through the nectar of the eucalyptus flower (Eucalyptus globulus), typical of tropical regions and North Africa, although in Spain it is cultivated in Huelva, Extremadura and Cantabrian areas. Its color varies from ocher to strong amber, it is usually very dark. Dark honeys are, in relation to light ones, richer in manganese, iron and copper, in colloids, in total acidity, in higher sugars and in maltose, but poorer in sucrose, glucose and levulose. It is very aromatic and has a pleasant and characteristic wood flavor with slight acid notes, and often we can find some salty notes. This natural food tends to a balsamic crystallization. The very high viscosity of eucalyptus honey comes from a particular content of colloids and dextrins.

Honey is a valuable natural food, so it is worth making it part of a healthy whole diet. It must be remembered that it is not the same to drink pure eucalyptus honey, that is, raw, obtained by cold centrifugation and without traces of wax, than purified, since it can undergo a heating process that destroys a large part of its properties.

eucalyptus flower

The eucalyptus plant is arboreal and large, in fact this tree can reach 50 meters in height. Its leaves are evergreen with a slight white touch. The flowers, in groups of three, form umbels and are small in size and white. Both the leaves and the flower have a very characteristic aroma. A flower where bees find a lot of nectar

In Spain there are two species of eucalyptus flowers, the black eucalyptus (eucalyptus camaldulensis) that blooms in summer and the white eucalyptus (eucalyptus globulus) that blooms in winter. The first species is where more production is usually obtained due to the season in which it is harvested. The bees produce through this species a natural and quality sweet.

Benefits and properties of eucalyptus honey

Since all times, honey has been used empirically as a balsamic and bequico food, that is, capable of calming coughs and favoring the expulsion of more or less dense secretions from inflamed bronchial tubes. Honeys in general and eucalyptus honey in particular have been shown to have undeniable results in colds of the pharynx, trachea and bronchi. It is also beneficial in gargles and in mouthwashes in conditions of the mouth and pharynx.

The properties of eucalyptus honey are closely related to the plant from which it comes. It has expectorant properties, it is beneficial for the respiratory system, it works as a good antiseptic in cases of colds, colds and respiratory tract conditions, bronchitis, flu and cold, it also helps to disinfect the urinary tract and favors the expulsion of kidney stones. This natural honey has traditionally been used to stop dry coughs, it is a good remedy against sore throats, and it is ideal for general hoarseness, and in particular that of smokers.

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Eucalyptus honey is a natural food produced by bees' own natural methods. A product that will surprise you if you like a strong flavor and that you can buy at Miel is Honey, an online store specializing in honey and its derivatives as well as natural products.