JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ancient Honey: A Rare Apicultural Treat.

  • Published In: Bee Culture, 2024, v. 152, n. 5. P. 74 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Conrad, Ross 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the discovery of ancient honey in tombs in Georgia and Egypt. The honey, which was used as a preservative, has been found to have powerful antimicrobial properties and can last indefinitely when stored properly. The honey found in the Georgian tomb is estimated to be about 5,500 years old, while the honey found in Egyptian tombs is younger. The article also mentions the potential health benefits of honey and advises readers to be considerate of the rightful owners of ancient artifacts. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bee Culture. 2024/05, Vol. 152, Issue 5, p74
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Architecture
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1071-3190
  • Accession Number:176979578
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