Why is honey better for you than sugar?
Raw honey and white sugar are both carbohydrates. And they both contain two primary sugars: fructose and glucose. But white sugar is 100% sugars (50% fructose and 50% glucose), while raw honey is about 85% sugars with fructose and glucose ratios that vary with each honey variety. The remaining 15% of honey is water, pollen and trace nutrients. Because of this different makeup, white sugar is absorbed into the body and blood at a faster rate than honey. Sugar absorption is measured by the glycemic index (GI). White sugar has a GI of 65, while most floral varieties of raw honey have a GI that ranges from 35 to 55. This means that raw honey will provide more even levels of energy, over a longer period of time, as compared to white sugar. Generally, raw honey with a higher percentage of fructose as compared to glucose will have a lower glycemic index.
Have you ever heard the phrase: "White sugar is empty calories?" That's because white sugar contains sugars and nothing else. But raw honey contains additional nutrients, including amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and minerals. These phytochemicals have anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-oxidant properties which can contribute to a stronger immune system and better health and wellness.
Plywood pegboard
Easily change the height and layout of the shelves any time as your plants grow or the items you want to showcase change with this handy pegboard finished in Resene Colorwood Whitewash.
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Volunteers needed - Red Cross Shop, Porirua
There is a new New Zealand Red Cross Shop opening at 12 Semple Street, Porirua, and they need volunteers! They are going to be open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm, and they have morning and afternoon shifts available. They need friendly people with good communication skills and a can-do attitude. An eye for design is always a bonus. You will gain great retail customer service skills in this volunteer role. For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
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What's On: THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
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