I can’t begin to tell you the love affair that I have with this sweet, syrupy, golden nectar…an affair that started many moons ago and even survived the gut-wrenching news of it’s origins.  The other love of my life is none other than honey!  It fits my Flexitarian journey quite well and happens to be the fave of one of my adored Goddess: Orisa Osun.  Sweetness!  And if that’s not enough, the brilliant and enlightened people of Kemet/Ancient Egypt believed honey had an eternal quality and gave a boost to sexual, lover’s energy…..and guess what? They’re right! Even they knew about Tantric Taste

Kitchen Chemist Star: Honey

Why it Matters: Besides being a Powerhouse: natural energy booster, an immune system builder, a natural preservative, a soothing remedy for burns and other ailments, an anti-aging nectar and a humectant helping moisturize skin and hair…. it tastes SWEEEEEEEEEET and I love it!

Creative Concoctions:

Honey Moisture Growth Hair Mask

• 1/2 cup honey (humectant, helps moisture)
• 2 minced-mashed garlic cloves (stimulates growth)

1. Mince garlic and then mash with back of spoon to release the juices
2. Mix in with honey
3. Massage into scalp and hair and let rest for 30 minutes before shampooing

Honey Face Wash

• a palm full of honey

1. Massage into face and leave on for 5 mins- will feel sticky at first but will later soften
2. Rinse with warm water
3. Towel pat dry and finish with favorite moisturizer

*perfect for dry, parched skin! This is an intense hydration treatment

Soothing Skin Treatment

• dab of honey

1. Apply to burns, cuts, scrapes, red-irritated skin and leave on until irritation subsides
2. Honey has healing properties because it is antiseptic (antibacterial/antimicrobial)

* You remember when your mom used to put Vaseline on it, well this is the “New-Old” and the “so much better for you”.