Proper Storage of Pure Honey
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Pure honey can quickly lose its quality or undergo changes if not stored properly. Here are some tips that homemakers can apply:
– Store in a tightly sealed container. A jar with a tight-fitting lid is the ideal place to store honey. If the jar has any gaps, air can enter and oxidize the honey; if water enters, the honey will ferment. Air and water are also factors that darken the color of honey.
– Pure honey, when stored for a long time, will crystallize. To slow down the crystallization process, do not expose honey to air or water. When honey crystallizes, place it in a pot of warm water, but avoid using water that is too hot.
– Avoid using metal containers to store honey as it can cause chemical reactions that may lead to poisoning. Regularly check the cleanliness, humidity, odor, and seal of the honey jar.
– Keep the honey jar away from strongly aromatic foods such as spices, as pure honey tends to absorb the aroma of nearby foods.
– Avoid placing the honey jar near the stove or refrigerator as the heat will cause the honey to develop a stronger odor and darken in color. Always store the honey jar in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight.
– Do not use honey for dishes cooked in the microwave as the microwave waves will destroy all the nutrients in the honey.
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