Al-Marsad Newspaper: The Food and Drug Authority has revealed the truth of widespread allegations that it is possible to distinguish between adulterated and genuine honey through its ability to absorb starch.
The Food and Drug Authority said, via its Twitter account: “There is nothing true in the widespread allegations that it is possible to distinguish between adulterated and original honey through its ability to absorb starch.”
And he continued in his statement, that they determine the quality of honey by conducting advanced laboratory tests on them.
Detection of the content of hydroxymethylfurfural, which is an indicator of the preservation and conservation of honey under suitable conditions.
Detection of sugar content, which is an indication of adulteration in honey.
