Beauty and the Bees

Beauty and the Bees begins with an Introduction by nutritionist Domingo J .Pinero, discussing the importance of honey as a functional food and how honey, as a part of a nutritious diet, can keep you young and healthy. The aging process is discussed in Chapter 1. Chapter 2 examines the anti-oxidants in bee products and their value as dietary supplements, functional foods, and in home remedies and cosmetics. Chapter 3 examines the levels of polyphenol anti-oxidants, in a selection of mono-floral honey. Recommendations for incorporating honey into culinary recipes are made in Chapter 4 - 8."