Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) – Who wouldn’t want to use the delicious original honey, sprinkle it on a piece of bread or add it to sweeten tea?
It can be confusing to buy honey at times and avoid adulterated honey, so some may resort to wrong practices to ensure its quality.
And the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (FDA) indicated on Twitter that a rumor had spread that it was possible to distinguish between adulterated and genuine honey due to its ability to absorb starch.
These allegations are not true, according to the authority, explaining that there is a possibility of determining the quality of honey by conducting advanced laboratory tests, including:
- Detection of the edioxymethylfurfural content, which is an indication of the preservation and storage of honey under appropriate conditions
- Detection of sugar content, which is an indication of adulteration in honey
- Diastasis activity test
And honey isn’t just a sweetener for your meals, it also has various health benefits.
Honey has the ability to kill bacteria. Studies have shown it is effective against dozens of strains, including E. coli and Salmonella.
Honey is also helpful in soothing the throat.A study of 139 children found that honey did a better job at relieving night coughs and improving sleep than the famous dextromethorphan and the antihistamine diphenhydramine, a cough suppressant. .
And if you are an athlete, honey can be a good addition to your diet.
Three studies conducted at the University of Memphis Sports Nutrition Laboratory found that honey was just as effective, or even more efficient, than glucose, sugar, and water in boosting people’s ability to support endurance sports.
