Is Your Honey Actually Honey? Here’s How To Tell if It’s Fake
October 2, 2023 | Source: Yahoo! Life | by Christina Manian
Fraudulent honey is incredibly widespread—here’s how to tell the difference and why it matters.
You probably weren’t aware that much of the honey found on grocery store shelves is actually fake—in some cases, it contains little to no actual honey. In fact, honey is one of the most faked foods found in our food supply today. Here’s why, and how it’s affecting those who produce real honey—plus what it means for all the supposed health benefits of the so-called superfood.
What is Fake Honey?
Humans have been consuming honey for thousands of years, but it’s truly all the rage right now— over 562 million pounds were consumed in 2022 alone, and demand dropped only slightly last year from 2021’s record high. The flavor and health benefits both earn it a spot in an increasing number of products as the years go on. But most consumers are unaware that much of the honey they’re consuming isn’t actually honey at all.