Did you know that honey never spoils? Archaeologists found 3,000-year-old pots of honey in Egyptian tombs that were still perfectly edible. It’s basically the undead of the pantry—sweet and immortal. Also, bees must visit about two million flowers to make one pound of honey. That’s a lot of hard work for your sore throat relief.
The flavor and color of honey vary wildly depending on which flowers the bees visit. Orange blossom honey is light and citrusy, while buckwheat honey is dark, malty, and even more potent in antioxidants. Choosing a dark honey might give you a tiny extra anti-inflammatory boost.
And if you’re feeling adventurous, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or ginger to your honey tea. The heat stimulates blood flow and can numb pain slightly—it’s like a gentle, edible hug for your throat.
