From ancient times, honey has not only been used as a sweetener but as a natural beauty agent and has been employed by some cultures for its medicinal attributes.
Everyone knows that honey is produced by honey bees; Honey color ranges from nearly colorless to dark brown, and flavor from delectably mild to distinctively bold. As a general rule, lighter honey has a milder taste and darker honey is stronger.

Honey’s Nutritional Profile
Honey is composed primarily of carbohydrates and water, and also includes small amounts of a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins such as niacin, riboflavin, and pantothenic acid, along with minerals such as calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.

Honey and Athletic Performance
It is well-known that carbohydrate consumption prior to, during and after exercise improves performance and speeds the recovery of muscles. Honey is a natural source of readily available carbohydrates, and may serve as an inexpensive alternative to commercial sports gels.