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“Honey never spoils if stored properly.”

Checked March 13, 2026 at 11:45 AM

Provenance

Archaeological discoveries of 3,000-year-old honey in Egyptian tombs found it still edible. Honey's low moisture content, acidity, and natural hydrogen peroxide production create an inhospitable environment for bacteria and microorganisms.

Sources

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—Smithsonian Magazine — Archaeological honey finds in Egyptian tombs
—National Honey Board — Chemical properties of honey preservation
—Journal of Food Science — Antimicrobial properties of honey

Topics

sciencenutrition

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