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© Tips for choosing quality honey at the supermarket and no longer being trapped
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Choosing good quality honey is not at all a simple and obvious operation.. The variables are many and understanding the main characteristics of a quality product is sometimes difficult. France is a country rich in typical products of excellence and honey occupies a prominent place in the traditional panorama.
According to figures from the European Commission, 46% of honey imported into Europe is suspected of being fraudulent. An alarming figure for one of the favorite products of the French. So how do you choose it well at the supermarket? Photo reports tell you more.
How to choose good quality honey?
There are unifloral honeys, obtained from a single botanical species, and multifloral honeys, produced from several species. Color and flavor vary a lot. Here are the most common:
the acacia honey
Unifloral, it remains liquid for a long time. Its color is clear and its flavor delicate.
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Chestnut honey
Unifloral, It is liquid and crystallizes slowly. Its color is dark and its taste bitter.
wildflower honey
Multifloral, it is one of the best-selling honeys. It is obtained from several plants: color, flavor and texture may vary depending on origin.
citrus honey
Unifloral, it crystallizes a few months following harvest. Its color is very clear and its flavor intense and fine.
But which one to choose?
There are many qualities on the market: that of wild flowers is therefore among the most widespread.
The label
To choose a good honey, first take the time to carefully read the label and all the indications it mentions. Whether it is natural and of good quality, you should not find any other ingredient such as glucose, flavorings, preservatives, etc. The mention “cold harvested” is also important.
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However, one of the most important information to look for on the label is certainly that of origin. It really allows us to begin to distinguish between what can be a quality product versus poorer honey.
First of all, if what is found in the jar is a mixture of honeys from several countries, it is mandatory to indicate whether they are EU or non-EU countries.
In France we are lucky because the law also requires us to specifically indicate the country of origin. We can therefore find the references “French honey”, “country of origin: China”, “country of origin: France and China” etc.
It goes without saying that the advice that everyone gives is to choose only French honey in order to have a good quality product.
The senses
Then, if you can, you can observe it and feel it. A real product will have a homogeneous color (light golden, dark brown).
In general, fake honey, not being the result of the work of bees, has a less subtle and delicate smell than natural honey.
If you don’t want to fall into the trap of fraudulent honey, buy it directly from a beekeeper. He will then be able to guide you on the different flavors and benefits.
Properties and virtues of honey
Honey is a food rich in simple sugars which has a high energy power. In effect, it provides regarding 320 kcalories per 100 g. A quantity of calories slightly lower than the 400 provided by classic table sugar (sucrose). Its sweetening power is greater than that of normal sugar.
Moreover, unlike cooking sugar, honey is so rich in flavor and aroma that the amounts used to sweeten foods and drinks should generally be less than ordinary sucrose.
Under these conditions, its consumption, compared to the consumption of ordinary sugar, results in a small calorie saving.
Several health benefits can be derived from consuming honey. In effect, its natural antibacterial properties make it a valid cough remedysore throats and in general once morest diseases of the upper respiratory tract.
How to keep it?
You should consume the honey preferably within 18 to 24 months. It should be kept tightly closed in a cool, dry place. away from sources of light and heat.
In effect, it is very sensitive to light. And it also tends to absorb moisture from outside if not stored properly.
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