Honey is a dense sweet liquid that contains 20-40 per cent sugar, 60-80 per cent moisture, 0.22-0.3 per cent minerals and 0.2-0.5 per cent vitamins. Apart from that, it also contains certain enzymes and pollen. Uses of honey are as follows:
(a) Honey has medicinal value specially in disorders that are related to digestion and liver ailments.
(b) As it contains iron and calcium, it also helps in the growth of the body.
(c) It is used as a source of sugar in various confectionery items.
