Sainfoin honey is the king of bee products. Valued for its high palatability and healing properties. Let us consider in detail the characteristics of sainfoin honey and its features.

Characteristics of sainfoin honey

The herbaceous perennial sainfoin is the source for collecting nectar needed for the production of sainfoin honey. The plant blooms for a month. Flowering begins in May and ends in June. During this period, the time for collecting nectar falls. The level of productivity of bees varies depending on weather conditions - in dry years it is always lower. It can vary between 40–240 kg per ha.

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The products in question differ from the usual varieties. This is a sparse translucent product with a golden tint. It crystallizes very quickly, acquiring a white color with nacre. It has a delicate floral aroma with pink notes. Tastes sweet but without cloying.

Chemical composition and calorie content

The usefulness of the product in question is due to its chemical composition, including vitamins, fermented substances and minerals. Unlike other varieties, sainfoin has a reduced amount of sucrose and maltose. The main components are fructose (38–44%) and glucose (48–57%). Thanks to this composition, sainfoin honey can be used as a sweetener.

The main chemical elements and vitamins that make up the sainfoin beekeeping product:

• fluorine;
• phosphorus;
• potassium;
• sodium;
• zinc;
• copper;
• iron;
• selenium;
• magnesium;
• potassium;
• antioxidants represented by ascorbic acid;
• betaine;
• choline;
• riboflavin;
• pantothenic acid;
• folates;
• folic acid;
• protein elements.

In addition to the above elements, the products include essential amino acids:

• glutamine;
• aspartic;
• valine;
• arginine;
• lysine;
• leucine;
• phenylalanine;
• glycine;
• proline;
• serine and others

The calorie content of the product per 100 g is 304 kcal, which accounts for:

• 0.3 g of protein;
• 0 g of fat;
• 82.4 g of carbohydrates.

Properties of sainfoin honey

Sainfoin variety of honey raw materials, like any other product, can bring not only benefits, but also cause significant harm to the body if there are contraindications to its use or a person exceeds the permissible daily intake.

Did you know? In hot countries, natives used honey instead of refrigeration equipment. The meat was smeared with sticky mass and buried in the ground - in this form it could retain its freshness for 3-4 days.

Beneficial features

Due to the large number of fermented elements, the use of sainfoin beekeeping product allows you to stabilize the endocrine system.

• In general, products have a beneficial effect on all organ systems:
• increasing muscle tone;
• improving well-being in the presence of nervous exhaustion;
• regulating the performance of the digestive tract;
• boosting immunity;
• strengthening the nervous system;
• restoring tissue at the cellular level.

Raw materials with bee royal jelly have the greatest benefit. It is made from candied products, aged in a refrigerator, protected from direct sunlight. Honey is mixed with uterine milk in a ratio of 1: 100.

Contraindications and possible harm

• Contraindications to the use of the product in question are:
• allergic reactions to herbaceous plants;
• children under 2 years old;
• diabetes;
• problems with excess weight;
• pregnancy and lactation.

Significant harm to the body can be caused by exceeding the daily intake of raw materials, which is 50 g, which equates to 2 tsp.

With an increase in dose, the following negative reactions may occur:

• heartburn;
• rash on the skin, accompanied by itching;
• vomiting

How to identify real sainfoin honey

Rare varieties of honey raw materials are often faked, so it is important to be able to determine what this product is made of. Many of the supplements can pose a serious danger to the human body, even intoxication.

There are several ways to distinguish a fake:

1. Evaluate the aroma and color of the product - they must meet all the criteria specific to the variety.
2. Evaluate the consistency - crystallization takes 3-4 weeks, therefore, sainfoin honey is already sold in candied form, that is, it is painted white and reminds cream in consistency. If you are offered a clear liquid product, it most likely succumbed to remelting.
3. The setting of the crystallized product should be non-layered, uniform .
4. The presence of additives and molasses can be determined by dropping a couple drops of iodine into a spoon of honey . If the product turns blue, it contains impurities.

Important! Buy sainfoin honey only from trusted beekeepers with all quality certificates.

Scopes of sainfoin honey

Sainfoin honey has a wide scope. It is actively used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.

For external use

Outwardly, products are used to heal wound surfaces. Make ointments, mixing 1 tbsp. l honey and 1 tsp olive oil. The ingredients are melted in a water bath and the resulting mixture is applied to the damaged area of ​​the skin daily until complete healing. A similar mixture has an antibacterial effect, while restoring the skin.

Apply honey to the skin to reduce the appearance of cellulite and eliminate scars. Use 1 tbsp. l honey, applying to problem areas and gently massaging. Then the skin area is covered with cling film and left for 30 minutes, after which it is washed off with warm water. The course of treatment is 10 days. In total, 3-4 courses with an interval between them of 30 days will be required.

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As a warming compress for the pulmonary system, use cabbage leaves, spread with 1 tbsp. l raw materials. Compresses are fixed in the front and back of the case with a cling film, then wound with a warm handkerchief and left for 15 minutes. After that, gently wash off the product with warm water.

Read also how to make a honey wrap at home.

In cosmetology

The use of sainfoin honey in cosmetology is quite wide. It is used to create moisturizing, anti-bacterial and anti-aging face masks. In addition to face and body skin care products, honey is used in complex hair formulations. On average, 1 teaspoon will be required to prepare a mask for hair or face. main raw materials. Do not use such formulations more often than once every 3-4 days. The advantage of the tool is the ability to combine it with any ingredients and essential oils.

For male and female health

To maintain the functionality of the male reproductive system and prevent prostatitis, you need to take 1 tsp daily. raw materials on an empty stomach, washed down with a glass of warm water (+ 30 ° C) or carrot-apple juice. In this mode, you need to withstand a month, then be sure to take a two-week break.

The same cocktail is suitable for eliminating severe manifestations of PMS in women, as well as restoring the functionality of the endocrine system. In addition to oral administration, the raw materials are useful to women in the treatment of gynecological diseases provoked by an infection, for example, thrush. In this case, douching twice a day will be effective. For douching, 0.5 tsp. honey is diluted in warm water (+ 35 ° C). In the same proportion, but with the addition of aloe vera ether (10 ml), the mixture is used as an impregnation for tampons in the initial stages of cervical erosion.

Important! When treating gynecological diseases, consult a doctor before using sainfoin honey.

For the treatment of diseases

To eliminate the symptoms characteristic of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza, it is better to add 1 teaspoon to the composition of tea. instead of sugar. In this form, the product can be taken daily until complete recovery of health.

To eliminate the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal dysfunction, for example, the period of remission of gastritis, the drug is added in an amount of 20 g to pumpkin juice and drunk 10 minutes after breakfast and lunch. The course of treatment is 10 days, followed by a break for 20 days and again a repeat of the course.

Storage conditions

Sainfoin honey can be stored for a long time, if the storage rules are followed.

It is permissible to keep products only in utensils made of natural materials:

• wood;
• ceramics;
• clay.
  

Honey placed in a metal dish starts to release toxic compounds that can cause intoxication.

The optimal temperature for storage is +7 ... + 20 ° С. Subject to these simple rules, products retain their useful qualities for 3-4 years.

The beekeeping product collected from sainfoin has a lot of useful properties. It is equally useful for men and women. The main thing is to use the products to observe the rules of storage and dosage.