Is the honey sold in market really pure? Know here

The honey sold in markets is not actually pure. While many brands claim to offer "pure" honey, many factors affects its authenticity.

1. Adulteration with Sugars: The commercial honey is adulterated with sugar syrups, such as glucose or high-fructose corn syrup, to increase volume and reduce the cost. This is a common practice in some countries with a high demand for honey but limited supply. These added sugars may not always be detectable through simple language tests.

2. Processing and Filtration: Our store-bought honeys undergo heavy processing, which can remove natural enzymes, pollen, and other important compounds. While this makes the honey clear and more shelf-stable, it can also lower its nutritional value. Moreover, filtration removes the pollen, which is a key indicator of whether the honey is genuinely pure and local.

3. Fake Honey Detection: To check if honey is pure, tests such as the "water test" (where some honey is dropped into a glass of water) can help. Pure honey will usually sink and dissolve slowly. However, the most accurate way is through laboratory testing for the presence of dangerous adulterants like sugar syrups.

4. Regulation Issues: In some countries, honey labeling regulations are weak, making it confusing for consumers to trust that what they are buying is pure or not. 

Lastly, while much of the honey sold in markets is genuine, some may be adulterated. To check purity, it is best to look for organic or raw honey labeled as unprocessed, and from authentic sources or local producers.

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