Kandyk honey is a rare representative of Altai varieties

Description and characteristics

The Kandyk flower, or erythronium, grows in the Krasnodar Territory, Siberia and the Caucasus. This is a medicinal plant listed in the Red Book. Since the flower is on the verge of extinction, it cannot be picked. However, local beekeepers use it to prepare honey products.

As a result of pollination, kandyk honey is obtained - a tasty and extremely healthy product. Depending on the area where erythronium grows, there are three types of honey product. The color also depends on the area. The smell is similar to floral. The taste is sweet, but not too cloying, and leaves an unusual aftertaste.

Appearance

This bee product belongs to the white variety. Freshly picked, it has a dark color, like buckwheat, and a viscous structure. During the process of crystallization, the substance brightens and becomes light yellow with a granular surface, characteristic of halva. The substance turns out to be white-cream with a hint of baked milk if it is regularly stirred during the formation of crystals.

Stirring creates conditions for the formation of smaller crystals, which is why the honey becomes so light and creamy in consistency. The substance crystallizes quickly - two to three weeks.

The smell is not bright, honey-waxy with floral and herbaceous notes. The taste is moderately sweet, tender, there is a slight sourness and tartness. There may be a sore throat - this is how some honeys with increased healing properties manifest themselves. After consumption, a unique aftertaste remains in the mouth.

Properties

Beekeeping products are famous for their beneficial properties. Kandyk is no exception. The product also has contraindications that you should pay attention to before eating.

Benefit

• Nutritionists have included the honey product erythronium in the list of the most useful beekeeping products, and this is not surprising, because it:
• strengthens the immune system;
• cleanses the body;
• normalizes the functioning of the nervous system;
• has a positive effect on the condition of the heart and blood vessels;
• promotes weight loss;
• useful for liver diseases;
• cleanses and rejuvenates the body;
• improves the functioning of the genitourinary system;
• benefits the gastrointestinal tract;
• helps to recover faster from respiratory viral and bacterial infections;
• improves skin condition as a cosmetic product;
• has anti-inflammatory properties.

Find out in more detail how much honey you can eat per day without harm to your health.

Contraindications and possible harm

• Among the contraindications for use:
• age up to 3 years;
• pollen allergy;
• allergy to bee products.

Uncontrolled use can also cause harm. It is better to use the product as an additive or sweetener.

Ingredients: vitamins and minerals

Kandyk honey is rich in easily digestible carbohydrates. It contains a lot of fructose and glucose (75% of the total composition).

Kandyk honey

There are no fatty acids . Iron, calcium, manganese, zinc, copper, iodine - these are mainly trace elements and minerals found in it.

It contains vitamin C, E, K, and other B vitamins.

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Methods and rules of application

The healing properties of erythronium honey product are undeniable. It is used to treat:

• acute respiratory infections and acute respiratory viral infections;
• metabolic disorders;
• acne;
• anemia;
• atherosclerosis;
• hepatitis A;
• epilepsy;
• gastritis;
• ulcers;
• tachycardia;
• cystitis.

Important! In case of acute or chronic form of any disease, consult a doctor before eating kandyk honey.

You can take it in different ways:

• in its pure form;
• dilute 1 teaspoon in a glass of warm water;
• add to tea as a sweetener;
• Stir 1 teaspoon into 200 ml of warmed milk.

Kandyk honey is useful for any method of application. However, remember that the maximum dose is 100 g per day. The exact amount allowed depends on individual characteristics. So, at a young age or during pregnancy, the maximum dose should not exceed 30 g.

How to take the product?

Due to its special taste, healing and dietary properties, bee product from kandyk can be used in different forms. To prevent various diseases, you can consume 1 small spoon per day. To lose weight, improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and relieve inflammation, you should eat a tablespoon every day.

Based on this honey, medicinal decoctions and infusions are prepared, and honey compresses are made for coughs and colds. For respiratory diseases, you can mix the bee product with milk and yolk. If you eat honey at night, it will act as a sedative and relieve insomnia.

This type of product is used in cosmetology to cleanse, rejuvenate and nourish the skin. To prepare the lotion, you need to mix a liter of clean water and half a glass of honey. It will moisturize and protect the skin from various infections.

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To treat diseases, you should consult a doctor before using kandyk honey.

Video: erythronium or kandyk.

How to determine the naturalness of honey?

Since kandyk honey is very rare, when purchasing you want to get a real product and not a fake. Naturalness can be determined by the following criteria:

• when fresh it is liquid, after crystallization it becomes white and looks like oil;
• real products will be sold in the regions where the plant is grown - in the Caucasus, Siberia and Krasnodar Territory;
• the seller must have a production and sales license or at least a good reputation.

Important! Do not be afraid to use it in crystallized form - the beneficial properties are not lost.

How to choose quality kandyk honey

To choose truly real honey collected from a rare plant, you need to remember its distinctive features:

• immediately after pumping it has a rich dark color and liquid consistency, but as it crystallizes it takes on the shade of baked milk, quickly thickens and becomes creamy;
• has large grains in the structure;
• characteristic spicy aroma and unique subtle aftertaste.

There is a very high probability of purchasing a fake. Such honey is often passed off as sainfoin, buckwheat, rapeseed or sunflower honey, with various flavoring and aromatic additives added to them. If the seller has a pollen analysis confirming the predominance of kandyk pollen, the buyer will be confident in the quality of the product being purchased.

You should make a purchase in places where honey plants grow, then the likelihood of purchasing a natural product will be much higher. It is advisable to buy from beekeepers, and not from resellers of bee products. Stores must have appropriate documents guaranteeing quality. By the end of autumn, real honey thickens and crystallizes; otherwise, it is fake. The price of kandyk honey is high, so the sale of such honey at an average price also raises suspicion.

Storage rules

Rules for storing kandyk honey:

• in a liquid state, store at a temperature of +14...+18°C;
• after crystallization, place in conditions of +4…+7°C.

Kandyk honey is an extremely useful beekeeping product. Unfortunately, it's hard to find, but if you find it on the shelf, don't miss the chance. The product is valuable not only as a medicine, but also as a prophylactic agent, which is why it can prevent many diseases.

Natural honey - benefits

Antioxidant effects

The study authors believe that the main health benefits of honey come from its antioxidant content. Natural honey contains a number of compounds that act as antioxidants, including phytochemicals, flavonoids

and
ascorbic acid
. Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress in the body by flushing out free radicals. Scientists have linked oxidative stress to a number of chronic diseases, including many types of cancer. With a diet rich in antioxidants, people can reduce their risk of chronic disease.

Some believe that pasteurization reduces the amount of antioxidants in honey, meaning that pasteurized honey may not have the same benefits as raw honey. There is no specific data on how pasteurization affects the antioxidants in honey, but the study suggests that heating other foods may reduce the antioxidant content.

Nutrition

Honey contains certain nutrients that can make it a healthy addition to your diet. The chemical composition of raw honey depends on the country and environment, and on what flowers the bees collect nectar from. Regardless of these factors, honey contains beneficial substances such as antioxidants, amino acids and vitamins. Natural honey contains small amounts of the following vitamins and minerals:

• niacin;
• riboflavin;
• pantothenic acid;
• calcium;
• magnesium;
• manganese;
• potassium;
• phosphorus;
• zinc.

Honey naturally contains sugar. Just over half of the sugar in honey is fructose. Scientists have linked fructose to various diseases. However, even with fructose content, honey may be a healthier option than table sugar. Some studies suggest that honey may have a protective effect against diabetes, and some types of honey may improve cholesterol levels. People who have diabetes or are on a sugar-restricted diet can eat honey in moderation to avoid significant changes in their blood sugar levels.

Antibacterial action

Honey has natural antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. It contains hydrogen peroxide and glucose oxidase and has a low pH, meaning it can kill harmful bacteria and fungi. Because of its antibacterial effect, people can use honey to cleanse wounds.

Research results have shown that manuka honey, which is a type of raw honey, can kill common pathogens, including:

• Escherichia coli or E. coli, a bacterium that causes food poisoning and wound infections;
• Staphylococcus aureus or S. aureus, a pathogen that causes skin infections;
• Helicobacter pylori or H. pylori, a bacterium that causes stomach ulcers and chronic gastritis.

Wound healing

Numerous studies have shown that honey has wound healing properties. A review of the scientific literature confirms that honey is beneficial for wound healing due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Some evidence also suggests that honey has antiviral and antifungal properties. In addition, honey is acidic, which helps release oxygen from the wound and promote healing.

Relieves cough

Several studies suggest that honey may be more effective than some cough medications. Many cough medicines are not safe for small children, so honey may be a good alternative for children. Researchers believe that honey reduces the severity and frequency of a child's nighttime cough.

Treatment of diarrhea

Raw honey can have a soothing effect on digestion, helping with symptoms of diarrhea. A study of 150 children with acute gastroenteritis found that those who received honey with oral rehydration solution recovered faster than those who did not receive honey. Children who received honey had fewer bowel movements and recovered from illness faster. For mild diarrhea, try eating a teaspoon of raw honey or mixing honey into a drink. Avoid taking too much honey, as excess sugar can make diarrhea worse.

Brain protection

The study authors show that honey may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may benefit the brain. An animal study found that rats that consumed honey had protection against brain damage caused by lead exposure. Additionally, raw honey may contain ingredients that help fight inflammation in the hippocampus, a part of the brain involved in memory.

Contraindications

Like any honey, the product produced by bees from kandyk nectar contains pollen grains. Therefore, an allergic reaction, although rare, is possible. Children and pregnant women should consult their doctor before using it.

For people with diabetes, as well as for acute forms of gastrointestinal diseases, bee medicine is contraindicated. It is advisable not to exceed the recommended doses of the medicinal product. If the body has a negative reaction to taking kandyk honey, you should stop using it and consult a doctor.

Kandyk plant

Kandyk is a type of honey that is one of the rarest beekeeping products. This honey is obtained from the kandyk plant of the same name, also called erythronium. A perennial herbaceous bulbous plant belonging to the genus of the Liliaceae family, it is listed as an endangered species in the Red Book, which greatly increases its uniqueness. In nature, the honey plant is found mainly in mixed and coniferous forests of the Caucasus, Altai, Siberia, Kazakhstan, Japan and North America. And in gardening, the plant can be grown in the same place where other lilies, such as tulips, can grow. Kandyk reproduces by bulbs and, after flowering, dies off before the next season.

Honey-bearing candyk

The frost-resistant plant blooms in late April - early May with beautiful flowers of white, pink, lilac and violet. Despite the fact that the flowering period lasts only a month, even in not very favorable weather conditions, this early honey plant produces a significant amount of pollen and nectar. That's why bees love to pollinate kandyk. The most common species are the Caucasian and Siberian kandyk. A herbaceous plant containing mucus, glucose, protein and starch, it is valued as a raw material for use in folk medicine and an excellent honey plant. And its attractive flowers are used to decorate gardens and in floristry.