How to distinguish natural honey from counterfeiting

Falsifications of honey are widely used in the market. All their varieties are distinguished by the absence of many valuable nutrients (vitamins, mineral salts, organic acids, proteins and aromatic compounds) and can be dangerous to human health. To obtain an accurate answer about the quality of foodstuffs, it is necessary to contact specialized state laboratories or testing centers. There are also many folk methods that make it possible to distinguish between fake honey at home.

Before buying a honey of a particular variety, it is useful to read the detailed description of it in the directory or other specialized literature. Each species has certain qualities: appearance and color, aroma and taste, consistency.

Appearance and color
Pure honey is always clear and uncomplicated. Its viscosity can be studied by lowering into the dishes a thin needle or stick, after which it will drag on a long thread, and after breaking, it will fall completely, forming a “turret” on the surface of the product. The fake will behave, rather, like glue, draining and dripping from a knitting needle, can even create splashes.

Natural honey can be distinguished by its density, which should correspond to the varietal characteristics. At a temperature of 20 ° C, a high-quality product, when wound on a spoon, winds like a ribbon with a long stripe and is interrupted at some point. Its structure is rather tender, when rubbed in the palm of your hand it absorbs into the skin.

Quality flower honey contains no more than 5% of sucrose, not more than 10%. Increased quantities of it can be determined only within the walls of the laboratory.

To get honey it is desirable on a private apiary for beekeepers, whose quality of products is confirmed by acquaintances or known from personal experience. Buying a delicacy for the first time, it is better to limit the volume to 100-200 g to be able to quietly study it without serious financial waste.

Take Your Daily ACV Shot as a Gummy!

Gelatin is a protein type, derived from partial hydrolysis of collagen, and found in animal parts that provide the highly important amino acids that serve as the “building blocks” of proteins.

In food manufacturing, it is made into a dried powder by isolating and dehydrating animal parts, including tissues, skin, and bones. It is a rich source of numerous nutrients, including sulfur, magnesium, like calcium, phosphorus, and silicon.

Its consumption offers numerous health benefits, since it supports the formation of strong cartilage or connective tissue, prevents intestinal damage and improves the lining of the digestive tract, protects the joints and soothes joint pain, prevents bone-related issues and injuries, improves athletic abilities, improves skin health, supports heart health, improves the mood and enhances sleep quality, creates a feeling of satiety, and much more.

On the other hand, apple cider vinegar is one of the most versatile and beneficial drinks we can consume. Its regular consumption improves digestive health, prevents heart diseases, regulates blood sugar, relieves acid reflux, helps weight loss, lowers cholesterol levels, boosts blood circulation, etc.

Today, we reveal the recipe of a combination of these two ingredients, that will help you reap all their benefits.

The following apple cider vinegar gummies are tasty and incredibly healthy at the same time!

Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies- recipe

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons gelatin powder
1 ½ cups organic apple juice
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup water

Instructions:

In a larger saucepan, mix the apple cider vinegar, apple juice, and water. Do not heat the mixture. Stir well,  and gradually sprinkle the gelatin over it. Stir again, and leave the mixture aside for 2 minutes.

Then, cook the mixture over medium-low, while constantly stirring with a wooden spoon for 5 minutes.

When the gelatin is completely dissolved, pour the mixture into ice trays, or silicone molds, and store them in the refrigerator. After an hour, the ACV gummies will be ready!

How To Detox Your Kidneys And Improve Their Functionality

Our kidneys are extremely important for the entire body, as they filter the blood and eliminate any waste and toxins from the system. Therefore, their dysfunction can lead to severe health problems.

The function of the kidneys can be reduced by numerous factors, such as alcohol consumption, smoking, hereditary kidney problems, and unhealthy starchy foods.

A kidney disease leads to the accumulation of waste and excess fluid in the body. In many cases, patients do not experience any symptoms until late in the course of the disease. Yet, you need to know the 7 most common signs of kidney disease, which can help you prevent additional complications:

High blood pressure

More frequent urination, especially at night

Difficulties and pain during urination

Blood and/or protein in the urine

Puffiness around the eyes and swollen feet and hands

A glomerular filtration rate (GFR) less than 60

A creatinine and Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) blood test, outside the normal range, indicating waste buildup in the blood due to a reduced kidney function

Kidney toxicity is a serious health problem, characterized by mild pain in the lower back area. Yet, it left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, like kidney failure and kidney stones.

However, the following homemade, natural remedy, will cleanse the kidneys of the accumulated toxins and successfully boost their function. It contains natural ingredients only, and does not cause any side-effects. Here is how to prepare an effective herbal potion to detoxify the kidneys:

Needed Ingredients:

1 cup cranberry juice

1 cup grape juice

2 teaspoons lemon juice

 ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon ginger (grated)

Directions:

Pour the grape and cranberry juice in a jar, and add the lemon juice, ginger, and turmeric. Stir well, and leave it aside for half an hour for the ingredients to get infused together.

Then, strain the juice, and drink it every day. Its regular consumption will cleanse the kidneys and thus restore the optimal function of the kidneys.

The beneficial effects of the drink are due to the potent properties of its ingredients:

— Cranberries are incredibly beneficial in the case of urinary tract diseases. They prevent urine infections, dissolve kidney stones, and prevent bladder infections.

— Grapes are full of antioxidants that treat kidney diseases.

— Lemons are rich in citric acid that dissolves and prevents the formation of kidney stones.

— Turmeric treats the inflammation in overworked kidneys, and prevents the formation of blood clots by protecting against clumping of blood platelets.

— The potent warming properties of ginger stimulate blood flow and support the detoxification of the body.

Evening Baggy Eye Solution That Removes Puffiness Fast!

Despite the numerous creams and solutions offered on the market, puffy eyes, or the bags and circles around the eyes are difficult to get rid of. Yet, these commercial products can be highly harmful as they are rich in dangerous chemicals.

On the other hand, there is a completely natural and highly effective natural solution, that will help you diminish the puffiness in a short time. It contains lavender, lemon, and rosehip oil, and Aloe Vera.

Lavender and lemon oil have potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, while rosehip oil is rich in essential fatty acids that will regenerate the skin.

Moreover, Aloe Vera heals the skin and acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent.

The baggy eye solution is made in 5 minutes, and here is how to prepare it:

You will need:

10 drops lavender essential oil

5 drops lemon essential oil

1/2 ounce rosehip seed oil

1/2 ounce pure aloe Vera gel

1 glass spray bottle

Directions:

In the spray bottle, mix the ingredients and shake them well. It should serve about 20 uses.

Then, at bedtime, wash the face and remove all makeup. Spray the solution onto the face, but make sure your eyes are closed.

Rub it under and around the eyes, and massage in gentle movements. Wait for it to dry before you go to bed.

To improve the quality of your sleep and helps the elimination of the puffiness, choose a high-quality pillow, that will properly support your head and neck. Sleep in a dark room, away from any electronic devices, that might distract you.

In the morning, you will wake up fresh, energetic, full of energy, and without the dark circles under the eyes.

How to Cleanse Your Colon in 21 Days with 2 Cheap and Mighty Ingredients

Cleansing your intestines of fecal deposits, mucus, parasites and toxic buildups is an important part of the prevention against many diseases.

During your lifetime, about 40,000 liters of liquid and 100 tons of food pass through your intestine, resulting in about 10 pounds of toxic waste and fecal deposits.


These harmful buildups poison your blood and cause a severe damage.

Improper colon function is often followed by constant constipation, poor metabolism, excessive weight, diseases of liver and kidneys, diabetes, low quality of hair, skin and nail, and other serious diseases like arthritis or cancer.

Enema treatments cleanse about 40-50 centimeters of the colon which is just a small fraction. Flushing out the colon with a hose is expensive, time-consuming and it harms the intestinal microflora.

Why is this home remedy great for you?

Eating about 1-3 tablespoons of flaxseed flour regularly will cleanse your intestines within 3 weeks. Flaxseed cleanses your intestines and protects the intestinal microflora at the same time.

This recipe will help you reduce your weight, regulate the lipid metabolism, and melt fat. Flaxseed flour has the ability to absorb and eliminate toxic buildups from the body, and it reduces the cholesterol level in your blood.

Use this remedy to treat:

Inflammation of the upper respiratory and gastrointestinal tract
Colitis, gastritis, stomach ulcer
Diseases of the urinary tract, cystitis, pyelonephritis
Overweight, improper lipid metabolism
Cleanse your colon in 21 days

Instead of your breakfast consume this mixture for 3 weeks:

1 week: 1 tablespoon of flaxseed flour and 100 ml of kefir
2 weeks: 2 tablespoons of flaxseed flour and 100 ml of kefir
3 weeks: 3 tablespoons of flaxseed flour and 150 ml of kefir
Instead of using store bought flaxseed flour, make your own by grinding flaxseeds. Be careful, you should not stash it for several day, because the seeds may get rancid. Make a new portion every morning.

Eat this mixture instead of your regular breakfast. Drink at least 2 liters of water a day. For optimal results, drink honey water.

Note: Do the cleansing treatment once a year!

For more information about kefir, its benefits, origin, and steps of preparation go here. Have you ever tried this method? If yes, tell us more about your experience.

Garlic Soup – 100x Stronger Than The Best Antibiotics On The Market

Garlic soup fights off flu, cold and even the Norovirus. It is made of garlic, onion, and thyme.
Antibiotics are used more than ever, and this has affected their efficacy and even led to antibiotic resistancy. This is why people turn back to nature and seek for natural remedies.

Winter Norovirus, commonly known as winter vomiting bug, received a lot of attention in 2014. It is characterized by vomiting, diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, and headache.

Unlike conventional antibiotics, garlic can fight off mutated viruses and infections. It is packed with allicin, which is most concentrated in garlic cloves. A study conducted at the Washington University has confirmed that garlic is more potent than 2 most commonly used antibiotics.

Ingredients:

50 organic garlic cloves (5 garlic bulbs), cleaned and peeled
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 large red onions, diced
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
6 cups (250ml) chicken broth
fresh or dried herbs, to taste (parsley, bay leaves or anything of your choice)
3 cups stale bread, cubed or crushed
1 cup sour cream

Preparation:

Preheat your oven to 350°F. In the meantime, clean the garlic bulbs and spread your cloves on a sheet of tin foil. Drizzle over some olive oil and wrap it up. Roast the cloves in a preheated oven for 90 minutes.

Let them cool for a while. Melt 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan. Cook your diced onion for 10 minutes.

Once your cloves have cooled down, blend them together with the onion. Add in fresh thyme and herbs of your choice. Reduce the temperature and add in bread crumbs or cubes.

Cook for 5 minutes or until your bread is soft. Take the herbs off the mixture and blend until smooth. Put your soup back in the pot, add in some sour cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy your garlic soup!