Putka Honey (Putka ko maha) from Stingless Bee (Melipona) - 120gms | Galho

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The Stingless Bee Honey, is often referred to as the “Mother of Medicine” and has a distinctive sweet and sour taste. It is a unique delicacy that is sourced from stingless bees that thrive in pristine environments of Nagaland. Out of 9 species of Stingless bee reported in India, 6 are present in Nagaland, making the state the stingless bee diversity hotspot of India.

Some tribal communities of Nagaland have been rearing stingless bees since long or from forefather’s time utilizing their traditional knowledge.  The beekeepers collect the stingless bee colony from the forests to establish the initial colony in their homes. After sighting the colony in the tree trunks, the incised tree trunk acts as the starter colony. They mostly keep the bees in traditional log hives or handmade wooden rectangular boxes.

Stingless bees (Melipona) produces honey containing trehalulose, a rare sugar not dominant in any other foods. The abundance of this sugar contributes to the low glycemic index (GI) of stingless bee honey.

The special capabilities of stingless bees to extract nectar from tiny flowers contribute to the nutritional richness of Melipona honeydew. Various sources of wildflower, combined with regional factors, results in a honey noted for its tangy and sour notes.

Health Benefits of Stingless Bee Putka Honey

✅ Antidiabetic – helps regulate blood sugar levels
✅ Supports heart health – may reduce risk of heart disease
✅ Cancer prevention – contains antioxidants that fight harmful cells
✅ Eye health – protects against ocular diseases
✅ Anti-aging – promotes youthful skin and overall wellness
✅ Aids digestion – improves gut health and nutrient absorption
✅ Fertility support – may enhance reproductive health in men and women
✅ Antimicrobial & anti-inflammatory – boosts immunity and reduces inflammation

Shelf life

Honey does not have an expiration date, but many honey jars have a "best by" date of about two years on the label to encourage consumers to use the product while it's at its best.

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