Acacia Honey

Honey has been used since ancient times as a natural immuno-booster and a safe remedy for several diseases. There are more than 300 types of honey and Acacia is amongst the top 10 most potent and highly useful types. While the rarest and most exotic honey comes from the beautiful valleys of Turkey, Acacia is native to North America and Europe. Manuka and Acacia are considered amongst the top quality and most popular honey in the world.

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Acacia honey or Locust honey is considered one of the highly potent types of honey with numerous health benefits and healing properties. Being monofloral honey, acacia has a high fructose level but a shallow sucrose content, making it one of the most suitable sweeteners for people with diabetes. It replaces lost energy and keeps infections at bay. Popular Acacia honey brands in Pakistan include Langnese, Al Shifa, Pak Shahad, Al-Harmain Natural Honey etc. 

Nectar Source

Derived from the Robinia pseudoacacia flower, of the black locust or false acacia tree, acacia honey is low on the glycemic index. It means that acacia honey can be consumed by diabetics too as it will help regulate blood sugar. Despite its positive effects on blood sugar, people with diabetes should talk to their health care professionals before consuming any type of honey. 

Benefits of Acacia Honey

Acacia is known to condition the intestines, cleanse the liver and improve digestion due to its potent antibacterial properties. It contains easily digestible carbohydrates and doesn't strain the pancreas. Acacia is a natural source of nutrients and vitamins as well as antioxidants and flavonoids. Іt hаѕ a саlmіng еffесt on your nerves and helps ease depression, mental disorders and stress. 

Acacia Honey Mask

For firmer and youthful-looking skin you can use acacia as a tightening and nourishing mask on your face and neck. It can also be used as a hair mask to prevent and treat dandruff and aid in hair growth. Acacia can treat scalp issues like dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema etc. It is also used as one of the ingredients in protein hair treatment. People with dry skin can benefit greatly from acacia's healing properties as it nourishes the skin from deep within and removes dryness and flaking. Those with oily skin can use acacia as a mask to balance their skin's ph balance and treat acne.

Colour and Taste

Extracted from the white and yellow acacia flowers, acacia honey colour varies from pale yellow or straw-like to clear transparent, depending on the flower variety it is derived from. It tastes very sweet and floral and is the best type of honey for baking or cooking due to its mild flavour and no after taste.

Storage & Expiry 

If stored the right way, pure acacia honey will not expire soon. Keep it away from moisture and heat and store in a tightly sealed container in at a cool dry place.

Acacia honey prices in Pakistan vary depending on the brand and quality. It is mostly priced higher than regular honey and can be bought online from various trusted stores in Pakistan.