Enjoy some pure raw honey....

     My honey is entirely local, raw, and unfiltered. It undergoes cold extraction and is directly strained using a stainless steel double sieve to eliminate any foreign matter, ensuring a micron size of less than 500. This process preserves the suspended micro-particles of pollen and nutrients, ensuring they are left intact.

     The original hive nutrients are preserved in raw honey: the minerals, live enzymes, vitamins, and antioxidants are not destroyed by heating. Unlike conventional honey production methods, our honey is not heated to temperatures exceeding those naturally found within the hive.

Hive with honey supers & pollen trap.

My bees forage in an abundance of diverse natural Kansas wildflowers on over 43+ open acres which includes a pond and stream running through. This area is adjacent to my backyard in the suburban environment of  Overland Park.  Scientists have discovered that bees can forage up to 4 miles in any direction and cover a total area of up to 80 square miles!

I strive to keep naturally healthy bees.  I hope to support greater numbers of healthier spring bees that supply a surplus harvest.  My biggest honey producers are kept in three brood boxes.


My goal is to maintain naturally healthy bees. I hope to increase the number of healthier spring bees that will provide a surplus harvest. My most productive honey producers are kept in three brood boxes.


Both monoculture farming and newer pesticides commonly found on countryside farms, as well as the practice of taking honey and feeding it back processed sugars, are believed to be detrimental to honeybees. Transporting honey bees for pollination can stress them and expose them to unfamiliar diseases and diets. These factors can more easily weaken their natural immune systems, making them susceptible to parasites, fungal, and viral infections, which can lead to Colony Collapse Disorder.


To address these challenges, I provide my colonies with more honeycomb space, allowing them to store more honey for themselves. Unlike other beekeepers, I do not transport my colonies for pollination. Instead, I ensure that they remain in their familiar climate. I strive to use natural methods whenever necessary to help my colonies overcome hunger, disease, and pests.

I've obtained all of my bees locally by professionally relocating honeybee swarms or hives from unwanted locations.   See -> KCBeeremoval.com.

Section 1 of 4: Honey -> Allergies


Wildflower Honey is the most suitable option for individuals with allergies because it may contain pollen from spring to fall. Honey doesn’t rectify immune system issues; it merely alleviates your symptoms. The active component in honey is pollen. If you’re intolerant of the fructose in honey, consider taking pollen supplements for allergies. However, collecting pollen can negatively impact the hive’s health; therefore, I’m currently unable to offer pollen for sale.

Section 2 of 4: Diet -> Allergies


The most effective way to address health issues like allergies is to start with our immune system and make dietary changes. I’ve been following macrobiotic principles for over two decades, and as a result, I rarely experience allergies.  


The macrobiotic diet aims to achieve a harmonious balance between expansive and contractive food energies, or an acid/alkaline balance. These principles support the development of nutrient-rich blood with optimal blood chemistry pH. Healthy blood is believed to be the foundation of a vibrant and healthy body, maintaining emotional equilibrium and strengthening the immune system. By adhering to these principles, we can overcome any inherent genetic predisposition to specific health conditions or illnesses.


My personal health consultant, who helped me eliminate my allergies almost completely, has written a book about it.
 https://www.stevenacuff.org/the-book.  Order his other book here: http://www.summitlighthouse.org/stevenacuff.

Steven Acuff first was first trained at the Kushi Institute.  View Kushi Institute videos here:  https://www.youtube.com/user/kushiinstitute.

Probiotics:
Allergies can also be aided by restoring gut flora. Personally, I brew a recommended yogurt using almond milk. I created the milk by using Costco Almond flour as a vegan alternative. I make this regularly. The medical doctor whose book I follow is a bit more unconventional than me. However, I’ve adopted his recipe, and it has successfully corrected my own gut flora imbalance.

Learn more here:
https://drdavisinfinitehealth.com/super-gut/

Testimonial to Macrobiotic Diet 

Scientific Proof, Macrobiotics supports healing of type-2 diabetes!

Section 3 of 4: Fasting -> Allergies


I firmly believe in the power of fasting. Two renowned experts in the field, Dr. McDougall and Dr. Goldhammer, have dedicated their work to studying this practice. I highly recommend watching their video presentations. Fasting has a remarkable history of producing miraculous results.


Here's a study published at the National Institutes of Heath that spells it out in writing:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4684131/ 

Evidence of Tainted Honey


Food Safety News published a report revealing that over 70% of honey sold in most stores in 2011 underwent ultra-filtering, potentially rendering it untraceable and potentially illegally imported from restricted countries like China. Ultra-filtered honey lacks any nutritional value and, in some instances, may be adulterated with honey substitutes or pesticide residues. Consequently, the European Union imposed a ban on ultra-filtered imports following the discovery of tainted honey and price manipulation. 

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University of Illinois food scientists have discovered that honey, like spinach and strawberries, is packed with antioxidants. Studies show that consuming 2-4 tablespoons of honey daily can increase antioxidant levels in your bloodstream by 10%. These antioxidants prevent cholesterol from adhering to blood vessel walls and help prevent plaque buildup in arteries. Additionally, honey can stimulate the multiplication of B-lymphocytes and T-lymphocytes, thereby boosting the immune system.  This information should be balanced with knowing that honey raises insulin levels just as fast as white sugar.

The University of Lund in Sweden discovered that raw honey contains bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli, which play a crucial role in preventing stomach upsets. These beneficial bacteria not only help treat gastric ulcers but also actively combat Helicobacter Pylori bacteria, which are the primary triggers of these ulcers.  

Honey is more effective than antibiotic ointments in treating cuts and burns. It reduces infection, accelerates healing, and minimizes scarring. A study revealed that 87% of patients with honey-coated burns healed completely within two weeks, compared to only 10% of those treated with standard prescription silver sulfadiazine. Additionally, honey effectively eliminated 100% of the bacteria responsible for infection.


Raw honey contains an enzyme called glucose oxidase. When moisture comes into contact with this enzyme, it releases low levels of hydrogen peroxide, which has the ability to kill bacteria without harming the skin tissue. In fact, the University of Waikato in New Zealand conducted a study where honey was applied to MRSA-infected antibiotic-resistant wounds. These wounds became sterile and healed with minimal scarring. Interestingly, peeling back a dressing (instead of a dry bandage) did not disturb the newly formed tissue underneath.

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Bee pollen, a rich source of nutrition and protein for bees, has gained recognition among health professionals like William Peterson, M.D., for its potential to boost immunity against environmental pollution and alleviate allergic reactions. Dr. Nicolai Tsitsin, a Russian Botanist, conducted a study in a Soviet Georgian village inhabited by over 100-year-old centenarians, many of whom were beekeepers. Intriguingly, their consumption of raw honey, which contained substantial amounts of pollen, was associated with their remarkable longevity. 

Furthermore, the USDA’s research suggests that pollen possesses anti-cancer properties, potentially delaying the onset of mammary tumors. William Robinson, the lead researcher, observed a significant reduction in the cancer cellular growth rate in rats, with it slowing down to approximately half of its original pace. Additionally, an Austrian report indicated that pollen can help alleviate symptoms of radiation sickness in patients undergoing cervical cancer treatment.


Unfortunately, collecting pollen can negatively impact the hive’s health; therefore, I’m currently unable to offer pollen for sale.

Propolis, also known as “bee glue,” serves as a disinfectant on the walls of bee hives, sealing gaps, and protecting against infections by encapsulating foreign objects like dead mice that stray into the hive. It’s a mixture of beeswax and other secretions combined with resins from conifer and poplar tree buds. Beyond its hive-related uses, propolis finds applications in the production of toothpaste, chewing gum, cosmetics, creams, lozenges, and ointments. According to Andrew Weil, M.D., propolis is currently being investigated as a potential dental sealant and tooth enamel hardener. Dr. Weil highlights numerous studies that have demonstrated its effectiveness in treating human conditions such as burns, minor wounds, infections, inflammatory diseases, dental pain, and genital herpes. However, we currently refrain from harvesting our bees’ propolis.

I currently do not offer propolis for sale.

For supporting optimum health, honey is best consumed in moderation. 

Heart disease research includes science showing sugar and arterial inflammation is the main cause of plaque buildup, not cholesterol. 
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Fortunately, there is contrasting research outlined in the movie Forks Over Knives, showing excessive oil and animal protein are the main cause of heart disease.   Professor Mary Enig stirred up quite a bit of controversy with her research pointing to saturated fat and oil being good for us.  She wrote a book "Know Your Fats" that has been both accepted and fought back against.   But I do think there is wisdom in lightening  excessive oil intake.

Of course, honey is the obvious choice over nutrient-deficient white sugar or high fructose corn syrup. However, it’s important to note that Robert H. Lustig, a pediatric endocrinologist and Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco, who specializes in neuroendocrinology and childhood obesity, suggests that both white sugar and honey could be classified as toxins even when consumed in potentially moderate quantities.

See "Sugar -- the elephant in the kitchen: Robert Lustig at TEDxBermuda.

Dr. Peter Attia, MD Readdresses Dietary Guidelines

Dr. Peter Attia, on diabetes and insulin resistance

Section 4 of 3: Liver & Gallbladder Flush-> Allergies

I've personally done this flush every few years.