Honey is one of the oldest natural sweeteners. Honey is also appreciated for its medicinal properties, but a question arises that does honey have an expiry date? Doesn’t it spoil like other perishable things? In this blog, we will learn about the life of honey and how long it can be kept fresh.
1. Does honey expire
Technically, honey does not have any expiry date. It is called an evergreen food because it remains safe and good even after many years. Although there is no change in the color and texture of honey after storing it for a long time, it does not spoil. You can use it anytime and earlier people also used to say that the older the honey, the more beneficial it will be.
2. Why does honey not expire easily
1. Honey contains very little water, due to which microorganisms do not grow quickly.
3. Honey contains a lot of sugar, which prevents bacteria from growing in it.
3. How long can you keep fresh honey?
1. Honey can sometimes solidify. This is a natural process. It is often found in raw honey. Sticky honey is safe to eat. You can use it by heating and liquefying it.
2. The color of honey also changes at times. It tastes bitter, especially when it is kept in the sun or heat. Some people prefer to eat fresh honey.
4. Proper storage of honey
1. Keep honey well packed in a container to protect it from moisture and air.
2. Keep it in a cool place where moisture does not reach.
3. Do not keep it in the fridge. Keeping it in the fridge will make it thick and then it will become difficult to eat.
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