Serpukhov honey is a beekeeping product that is produced in the Far East. In Russia it is mined in Altai, in the Amur region. Special climatic conditions and high-mountain crops acting as honey plants make this sweet extremely healthy. It is used for medicinal purposes, taken orally or applied externally. But in this process it is necessary to strictly observe the dosage and not neglect contraindications to the product.
Appearance and composition
Far Eastern serpukha honey is obtained from the pollen of a flower called crown serpukha.Alternative names for honey plant are datura, gourd or hare's feet. This culture is extremely beneficial for health and is widely used in folk medicine.
But, in addition to this plant, Serpukhov honey is based on the nectars of more than 40 other herbs! Therefore, the product may have an unusual appearance: the yellowish-golden or orange mass often has a greenish tint. The sweetness has a pleasant, well-defined aroma and a sharp aftertaste.
On a note! Serpukhov honey is characterized by slow crystallization. The sugaring process can take up to several months.
Bee products are characterized by a rich chemical composition. Its basis is formed:
- water – 20%
- fructose;
- maltose;
- sucrose;
- glucose;
- phytohormones;
- galactose;
- ribose;
- trehalose;
- lactose.
Rich in honey, vitamins and minerals:
- magnesium;
- barium;
- phosphorus;
- potassium;
- copper;
- zinc;
- B vitamins;
- selenium
This list can be continued for a very long time. The vitamin composition of Serpukhov honey includes, without exaggeration, all the valuable substances necessary for the full functioning of the body.
Beneficial features
The components that make up the formula of Serpukhov honey provide a complex, versatile effect on the body. They contribute to:
- strengthening the immune system, and, if necessary, modulating its activity;
- elimination of inflammatory processes of different localization;
- destruction of pathogenic microflora;
- normalization of intestinal function;
- lowering blood pressure;
- prevention of epileptic seizures;
- preventing or eliminating migraines/headaches;
- normalization of the urinary system;
- calming the nervous system;
- combating insomnia, improving the quality of night sleep.
Honey is also known for its antitumor properties. It is also advisable to use it to stop vomiting and eliminate attacks of nausea.
Application
Honey is intended not only for internal consumption, but also for external use.
It effectively fights pathologies of internal organs and skin, the main thing is to choose the right recipe.
External
Serpukha honey is used for many inflammatory – infectious or non-infectious – pathologies.
But first, let’s talk about what this forest delicacy cures. With the help of honey you can get rid of:
- dermatitis;
- psoriasis;
- eczema;
- acne;
- wounds, cracks, cuts.
External application of honey is indicated for radiculitis, osteochondrosis, rheumatism, and arthrosis. The product helps to cope with muscle pain caused by sports injuries or intense physical activity.
As for the cosmetic properties of sweets, products are prepared from it for:
- stimulation of hair growth;
- face and body skin tightening;
- eliminating increased dryness of the epidermis;
- combating split ends of strands;
- treatment of focal or total alopecia.
For home cosmetic procedures, the product is used alone or together with other ingredients.
Internal
Taking medications with serpukhov honey is indicated for:
- peptic ulcer;
- gastritis;
- inflammation of the pancreas;
- heartburn;
- sore throat;
- laryngitis;
- tracheitis;
- pharyngitis;
- tonsillitis;
- cold;
- neuroses;
- oncopathologies;
- insomnia.
Use the product to prevent the above diseases. Taking honey daily can also prevent the development of urolithiasis and anemia.
Recipe
There are several ways to prepare medicinal products using beekeeping products. The most common recipes:
- Tea with honey and lemon. Brew regular black or green tea, add a slice of lemon along with the zest. Let the drink cool slightly, then add 1 teaspoon of honey. Stir the liquid until smooth, then consume immediately. This medicine helps to quickly cope with the symptoms of colds and strengthen the immune system.
- Honey water. It is useful to drink for pathologies of the digestive tract. It is enough to dissolve 15 milliliters of beekeeping product in 200 milliliters of water. Take this mixture every morning on an empty stomach.
- Throat diseases. Dissolve 10-15 milliliters of honey in a glass of warm water. Use the resulting medicine to gargle 3-4 times a day.
If you need to prevent the development of diseases of internal organs, it is enough to take the product in moderate quantities with tea or without any edible additives.
Harm and contraindications
The main contraindication to consuming Far Eastern honey delicacy is individual intolerance to the components of the product by the human body. You should take the sweet mass with caution if you have any type of food allergy.
Experts recommend avoiding including honey in the diet for patients with hay fever and bronchial asthma. Contraindications to sweets also include:
- tuberculosis;
- emphysema;
- tuberculosis;
- valvular heart disease.
Small children, as well as pregnant women and nursing mothers, are not prohibited from using the product. But you can take it only with the permission of a doctor.
Dosage for children and adults
It is unacceptable to consume serpukhov honey in a dose that exceeds the daily norm. Remember and strictly adhere to it if you want to avoid adverse health consequences. So:
- adults are allowed to eat no more than 20-30 grams of bee products per day;
- Children can be given 1 teaspoon of sweets per day.
It is not prohibited to consume this type of honey daily. But during exacerbation of chronic diseases, it is better to refrain from taking sweets for a while.
Storage conditions
According to GOST, the product can be stored for no more than a year. However, experienced beekeepers note that if all conditions are met, the shelf life of honey increases. To do this, just place the mass in a glass or wooden container, which must be placed in a cool place.
The storage temperature for sweets should not exceed +5…+10 °C. It is important that the room is dry; direct sunlight should not be allowed to hit the jar with the medicinal substance. If you follow these rules, the shelf life of the bee product will increase by several months.
Serpukhov honey is a valuable gift of nature, originally from the Far East. It has specific taste properties, but its health benefits offset this small drawback. Moreover, in combination with other foods and liquids, it becomes a delicious delicacy that adults and children will enjoy eating.
