Benefits of Raw Honey

At this website, http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/benefits-of-honey.html, I found a lot of interesting information on the benefits of raw honey. Here are a few:

Honey, historically in the form of raw honey (and by circumstance also organic) has been used both as a food and a medicine. It has natural antibacterial and antiseptic properties and even forms hydrogen peroxide when in contact with the body, killing bacteria.

Some of the historical medicinal uses of raw honey are:

• Wound dressings for healing infections and burns
• Treatment for coughs and sore throats
• Can be used as a sweetener for diabetics
• Treatment of stomach ulcers
• Taken for its antioxidant properties
• Used as a oral antibacterial
• Tonic for the immune system
• Used to promote sound sleep

The above list does not come close to covering all the potential benefits of honey, and we are still discovering, or perhaps “rediscovering” new ones.

I suggest you go to this site and read more information. There is also a copy of an article about how raw honey is better for coughs, especially in children, than cough medicine. Very interesting information.

FYI-The processed honey you buy in the store isn't always just honey. Many times they add stuff to it to "stretch the dollar". Though you really shouldn't get processed honey from the store, at least read the label to be sure you're getting 100% honey.

Do some homework and see how much better raw honey is for you. Honey is one of the few things I'm snobby about. I figure if you're going to spend that kind of money on something, it should at least be the best you can get.

Michelle

Another Call for Recipes

I wondered if anyone would like to contribute any recipes they may have using potatoes, wheat or oats. I'll be posting some soon, but wanted to get your input, too. To get a recipe to me, you can either make a comment here, or email me at sunrisemeadows1@live.com. I know there are some great recipes out there you all use on a regular basis that your families love. If you to be anonymous that's fine, just send in those recipes.
Michelle

FREE GARDENING CLASSES

Free gardening classes for Relief Society Sisters in the Saratoga Springs Stake!

The instructor, Gordon Wells, is the author of Successful Home Gardening, a 120 page textbook, which is free to all students. He has a Masters Degree in Agriculture from the University of California and has taught home gardening for many years. He is considered an expert in Utah climate gardening.

When:
Wednesday, Sept 23- Oct. 28, 2009
6 Week course, DIFFERENT INFORMATION AT EVERY CLASS

Time:
7 – 9 pm

Locations:
September 23rd and 30th classes will be at the Saratoga Springs South Stake Ctr.
2947 Swainson Avenue, Saratoga Springs

October 7th and 14th classes will be held at the Lake Mountain Building
88 West Harbor Parkway, Saratoga Springs

October 21st and 28th classes will be at the Jacobs Ranch Building
267 West Weatherby Drive, Saratoga Springs

In this six week (2 hrs a week) course you will learn all of the basic principles and practical gardening methods which make home gardening easy, enjoyable and productive. Since we are meeting in the chapel, please wear Sunday casual dress. Unfortunately we are unable to provide a nursery so please plan accordingly. Children would be a large distraction and are discouraged from attending.