What is honey?

Honey is a sweet, viscous food substance made by bees from the nectar of flowers. Bees collect the nectar and store it in their honeycombs, where enzymes break down the complex sugars into simpler ones. Then, through the process of evaporation and regurgitation, the bees reduce the water content of the nectar until it becomes thick and syrupy, which we know as honey. Honey is stored within the honeycomb cells and sealed with beeswax for future use as a food source for the hive. It's not only a natural sweetener but also contains small amounts of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a popular ingredient in cooking, baking, and natural remedies.