Y. S. Organic Honey, Organic 32 oz.

What is the major difference in organic from conventional beekeeping?

Organic bee colonies are not maintained with the use of any chemicals!

These are the standard chemicals ued by non-organic beekeepers:

• Terramycin for treating foulbrood disease,
• Apistan for Verroa mites,
• GardStar for treating small hive beetles, nor
• Bee Go to chase bees instead of using a smoker.

Y. S. Organic meets all the standards of Organic Certification including: GMO Free, Land Certification, Beehives Certification, Producer Certification, Processor Certification.

How can someone say it's organic honey when bees can fly wherever they want?

The beehives are specifically placed in isolated areas away from any type of contamination (golf courses, agricultural areas, heavy traffic areas and landfills).

What makes Y. S. Organic's honey crystallize solid?

Where and what type of plants bees forage on will determine the nutrient level, crystallization, color, fragrance and taste. Y.S. beekeepers have the true knowledge of quality. The results produce a superior, energy packed (intense crystallization) honey with the highest possible levels of live enzymes, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and beneficial agents as a functional whole food. Only truly raw state honey that has never been processed will crystallize with intensity and has full beneficial properties nature intended.

Beneficial Facts; Functional properties and health related applications

Antioxidant Activity: Known antioxidant compounds in natural sweetener to preserve food retarding deterioration, rancidity, and discoloration. The levels of antioxidants found in honey are similar to some fruits and vegetables weight for weight.

Athletic Performance: Honey is a great pre-workout energy source, aiding an athlete's endurance and helping the athlete's muscles recuperate following a race or workout.

Beauty Treatments: Honey is a natural humectant, which means it has the ability to attract and retain moisture. Try using honey in facial masks, bath oils, hair conditioners and more.

Prebiotic Properties: Helps promote the growth and activity of friendly bacteria.

Other: Honey tastes sweeter than sugar, so less is needed to sweeten baked goods and beverages. Studies have shown that foods prepared with honey last longer and taste great.

Who certifies Y. S. Organic's products?

• Independent Agencies - O.C.I.A. USDA/NOP Program
• Kosher - CRC (Chicago Rabbinical Council)

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.