Sri Lankan Ayurvedic Bee Honey – Dark

Sourced through Regenerative Agriculture Practices
  • 100% natural, raw, filtered, and unpasteurized Sri Lankan bee honey – Pure Wild Honey with no harm to wild forest bee colonies or eco-systems
  • Sourced from the North & North Central Dry Zone Regions, home to Mee, Weera, Kumbuk, and Palu trees, the main pollen sources
  • Other pollen and nectar sources include Tamarind, Kalawel, Kon, Palms, and Nidikumba
  • Deep brown/red in colour with a sharp sweetness and low water content
  • Treatment free bee-keeping (no use of synthetic/chemicals in entire process)
  • Certified for quality by the Industrial Technical Institute (see product images)
  • Part of a Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Project by Good Life X
  • Sourced from a farmer network with attention to environmental and social impact
  • Quality verified at the source using Brix Refractometers to establish purity and water content
  • Farmers are paid above market rates to ensure the finest and purest honey. They are also provided with Goodfolks bee honey boxes and included in education and awareness programs.
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Description

Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Bee Honey – Dark

This bee honey is part of a regional collection featuring three Ayurvedic bee honey varieties. Sourced from the vast dry zone areas of Sri Lanka, this honey boasts a unique flavor profile, deep sweetness, and faint bitter notes.

What sets Sri Lankan bee honey apart is its high density of pollen and nectar from medicinal plants that are widespread across the island. These Ayurvedic properties are highly valued by practitioners of traditional medicine and health-conscious consumers worldwide.

This dark bee honey is also naturally low in moisture, making it an excellent source of nutrition and health benefits. Unlike other bee honey varieties, Sri Lankan bee honey does not require heat treatment, which can damage its nutritional value.

For best results, Ayurvedic practitioners recommend consuming one to two teaspoons of Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Bee Honey – Dark mixed with lukewarm water every morning to enjoy maximum health benefits. However, this honey can also be used like any other bee honey.

At Goodfolks, we are committed to promoting regenerative agriculture practices, and our bee honey is now part of a Regenerative Agriculture pilot project conducted by Good Life X. We pride ourselves on offering premium quality, sustainable, and ethically-sourced products to our customers.

Here are some additional findings that prove the superior qualities of Sri Lankan Bee Honey – Dark (from the North & North Central Regions)

  1. High Antioxidant Activity: Sri Lankan bee honey has been found to have higher antioxidant activity compared to bee honey from other countries. A study published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology found that Sri Lankan bee honey had the highest total phenolic content and antioxidant activity compared to honey from other countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, and India. (source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13197-019-04066-3)
  2. Low Moisture Content: Sri Lankan bee honey is characterized by its low moisture content, making it an excellent source of nutrition and health benefits. A study published in the Journal of Apicultural Research found that Sri Lankan bee honey had a moisture content of 16.9%, which was lower than that of bee honey from other countries, including Malaysia and India. (source: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00218839.2012.737503)
  3. High Mineral Content: Sri Lankan bee honey has been found to have a higher mineral content compared to honey from other countries. A study published in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis found that Sri Lankan bee honey had a higher content of calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron compared to honey from other countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, and India. (source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889157514000184)

In summary, Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Bee Honey – Dark is a unique and healthy honey variety that offers a range of Ayurvedic health benefits. With its distinctive flavor profile and natural nutritional value, it’s no wonder that Sri Lankan bee honey is highly sought-after by health-conscious consumers worldwide.

Goodfolks Impact

Goodfolks sources high-quality bee honey exclusively from trained, registered farmers using regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices. Our unique sourcing method only utilizes bee boxes in home gardens of forest buffer zones, eliminating harm to wild bee colonies caused by sourcing directly from forests.

Sri Lankan bee honey is integral to Ayurveda, but concerns around quality exist due to early harvesting, pasteurization, and mixing with wasp honey. Goodfolks addresses these concerns with quality checks using a Refractometer at collection points and testing larger batches at accredited facilities like ITI. We aim to set the standard for Sri Lankan bee honey, ensuring our customers receive an unmatched product.

Goodfolks practices Treatment-free beekeeping, which does not involve the use of synthetic or chemical treatments to manage bee colony diseases and pests. Instead, natural methods are used to promote healthy bee colonies. This beekeeping approach is becoming more popular among beekeepers who prioritize the well-being of their colonies and the environment.

Choose Goodfolks for sustainable, high-quality honey that supports local communities and the environment. Our ethical sourcing and production practices make a positive impact, offering the best possible product for our customers.

Special Attributes

  • Goodfolks Ayurvedic Bee Honey is rich in pollen content from a high degree of medicinal plants’
  • Due to being a tropical country the moisture content is naturally law
  • Veera, Palu, Kumbuk are the main pollen sources.
  • While all Sri Lanka Bee Honey are full of nutrition arising from the high bio diversity, this variety can be considered to contain the most Ayurvedic medicinal value given the high occurrence of medicinal plants in this region
  • Has a distinct sharp sweetness that leaves a slight bitter note at the end – This may change as not all batches are uniform due to the high diversity in pollen sources

Product Specifications

 

MOQ Varies with SKU
Net weight 60g, 300g, 1Kg, Custom
Gross weight Varies with SKU
Dimensions of jar Inquire direct
Other pack sizes Available on request
Package typeGlass jar
Units per carton 12 (Standard)
Carton dimensions30cm(W) x 36cm (L) x10.5cm (H)
Carton weight (average) Please inquire direct
Also available Alternate sizes and gift pack options
Price per packWe offer a discounted pricing based on your Order Quantity and Frequency. Please contact us direct if you wish to be a stockist, agent, wholesaler, distributor.
Origin:   Sri Lanka
Type:   Branded
Private Labelling:  Considered
Custom Sizes:   Available
Brand name:  Goodfolks
Handling type:Contact us for  details
Ingredients: Pure Sri Lanka bee honey from North & North Central Regions
Region Nutrition Information:Presently unavailable
Colour of product:Deep Red/Brown
Product Grade: N/A
Max Moisture: N/A
Shelf Life:Marked as 60 months but if used properly can last indefinitely.
Directions for storage:Store in cool dry place (at room temperature) – Natural crystallisation may occur and is a sign of its purity
Directions for use:Use a clean dry spoon. Two spoons per day on its own or as a sweetener.
Special Notes:See other Sections
Why GoodfolksOur Goodfolks Makeover process ensures local products are upgraded to international quality, leading to higher value and returns to our local communities. Goodfolks is not a profit centric business but a community focused platform that seeks to empower and uplift all stakeholders.
Goodfolks Reassurance:Minimum waste packaging

Produced to organic, sustainable and ethical standards

 

Part of Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Project

Sourcing

  • Goodfolks sources bee honey from a network of registered beekeepers across Sri Lanka, ensuring a diverse range of flavours and varieties.
  • All bee boxes are maintained in home-gardens, natural farm plots or in buffer zones along forests, supporting regenerative agriculture and preserving the environment.
  • Goodfolks is committed to protecting wild bee colonies by NOT extracting bee honey directly from the wild, preventing harm to natural bee hives and supporting biodiversity.
  • Our bee-friendly sourcing methods include minimal use of smoke to calm the bees during honey harvesting, ensuring the safety and comfort of the bees.
  • Goodfolks collects bee honey that meets the BRIX standards for high-quality bee honey, ensuring that you get the purest, most nutritious product possible.
  • Sourced bee honey is transferred to our processing centre for filtering, bottling and labelling before dispatch, ensuring that you get a premium product with maximum shelf life.
  • We pay farmers higher than the market rate to ensure the quality and continued supply of bee honey, supporting local communities and sustainable agriculture.
  • Our programme is now looking to include female and marginalized community participation in the bee honey industry, promoting gender equality and social justice.

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