The Benefits of Local Honey in Rhode Island /Why Buying Local Matters
The Sweet Benefits of Local Honey
There's nothing like a jar of local honey . Beyond honey's gold color and rich flavor , honey from nearby farms offers some wonderful benefits for your health, your kitchen, and your community .
- Supports Local FarmsBuying local honey helps support small farms here in your community . Every jar purchased helps keep local agriculture thriving and preserves farmland for future generations. We are excited to have a resident bee keeper here on Simmons Family Farm. Jars of honey will be available for sale in our farm store in mid May.
2. May Help With Seasonal Allergies
Many people believe that eating small amounts of local honey may help the body build a tolerance to local pollen. While it's not a cure, some people find it helps r
reduce seasonal allergy symptoms over time
3. Packed With Natural Goodness
Raw honey contains antioxidants and natural enzymes that you won't find in highly processed sweeteners. It's a simple wholesome way to sweeten tea, yogurt, baked goods, and more. I have honey on my fresh fruit and plain yogurt multiple times a week . I also add it to my tea instead of sugar.
4. A Versatile Kitchen Staple
Local honey isn't just for tea . Try it :
- Drizzled over fresh fruit
- In homemade salad dressings
- On warm biscuits or corn bread
Mixed into marinades for meats and vegetables
5. A Taste of the Local Landscape
The flavor of honey reflects the flowers bees visit. That means every region-and every season-can produce honey with a slightly different taste.
Click below to see a few of my quick and healthy salad dressing recipes that incorporates local honey.
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We hope every visitor to Simmons Family Farm feels a profound sense of peace and joy. From the unique floral offerings, to the unparalleled freshness of our produce, to the welcoming petting zoo where you can connect with and feed our animals. We invite you to sit back, relax in our complimentary lawn chairs, enjoy a picnic, and simply take in the beautiful farm sights in a place where memories are made and worries fade.