Putting honey it tea.

by Twylla
(San Diego, Ca)

I know you can't put honey in the microwave but recently someone told me that it loses its nutrients if you put it in hot tea. Is this true?

Angela's Comments:

When you put honey into hot water that has just been boiled, you will not reduce the healing benefits of it, if you wait until it cools slightly. Having honey in tea or something like that is a great way to help bring the healing properties of the herb into your body. Because it is not direct high heat, the properties will remain.

The temperature that honey would lose it's beneficial properties is: 118 degrees Fahrenheit. Food that has not been cooked or heated above 118 degree F is considered raw. All the enzymes will be present. Since boiling point is 212 degrees F, you will have to wait a short time for it to cool to get maximum results.

However, it will not be harmful to have honey after it has been heated or used in a baking recipe. The benefits will outweigh not using it. Pasteurization occurs after 140 or 150 degrees F.

Comments for Putting honey it tea.

Average Rating starstarstarstarstar

Click here to add your own comments

Nov 20, 2023
Rating
starstarstarstarstar
Bee hive Temps.
by: Vernon

What is the optimal temperature for a hive and should this temperature be max for use .

Click here to add your own comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to The Raw Honey Forum.


These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product.

Disclaimer: The information on Bee Buzz.com is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Angela Ysseldyk and her community. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified heath care professional.

© Copyright 2024 BeeBuzz.com & BPB Health Solutions Inc.   |   All Rights Reserved   |   Terms of Use, Privacy Policy & Disclaimer