200+ Bee Hives
Our organic bee farm is located in Agios Georgios, Fokida, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Delphic Olive Grove and Aselinon Oros offer our bees a variety of wild plants and flowers, which contribute to the creation of a unique honey.
Organic honey is a rich source of nutrients, including:
Enzymes
Organic honey contains a range of enzymes that help break down food and absorb nutrients.
Energy
One teaspoon of organic honey provides approximately 21 calories.
Antioxidants
Organic honey contains a range of antioxidants, which help protect the body from free radicals.
Vitamins and Minerals
Organic honey contains small amounts of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and iron.
Carbohydrates
Organic honey is mainly carbohydrates, with approximately 80% of its content consisting of sugars such as glucose and fructose. These sugars provide the body with immediate energy.
Natural Sugars
Organic honey contains a range of natural sugars, such as glucose, fructose, sucrose, and maltose. These sugars are essential for the proper functioning of the body.
Natural Plant Fibers
Organic honey contains small amounts of dietary fiber, which helps the digestive system function properly.
Mountain Organic Honey
Mountainous
Mountain honey is a type of honey produced by bees that feed on nectar and pollen from plants and trees found in mountainous areas. Mountainous areas are characterized by clean air, wild nature, and low pollution, which contributes to the high quality of the honey. The properties of mountain honey vary depending on the collection area and the type of plants that the bees feed on. However, in general, mountain honey has the following properties:
Organic
- Improves digestion: Mountain honey aids digestion and can help reduce symptoms of constipation and diarrhea.
- Supports the immune system: Mountain honey is rich in antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage. This can help strengthen the immune system and protect against disease.
- Improves brain function: Mountain honey contains certain nutrients that can help improve brain function, such as memory and concentration.
- Improves mood: Mountain honey can help improve mood and reduce stress.
Mountain honey is a safe and nutritious product that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy diet.
Information about the properties and health benefits of mountain honey comes from various sources, such as:
- “Honey”. Mayo Clinic.
- “The Benefits of Honey”. Harvard Health Publishing.
- “The Health Benefits of Honey”. WebMD.
- “Mountain Honey: Properties and Benefits”. Healthline.
It is important to note that information about the properties and health benefits of honey in general is still being studied. Further research is needed to confirm some of the positive effects of honey on health.
Our Nature
Mount Giona
It is the highest mountain in central Greece and the fifth highest in the whole country. Its biodiversity is unique. Endemic plants, herbs, rare flowers, fir forests, and cedars. In ancient times it was called Aselinos Oros, because the Moon, in love with Endymion, son of Pyrrha and Deucalion, visited him on its slopes, leaving the world without a moon.
Aselinos Oros
The bee flora of Giona and Olive Grove At Delphi is extremely rich and includes a wide variety of wild plants and flowers. Some of the most common plant species that are a source of food for bees in the area include wild plants:
The area is home to many species of wild plants that produce pollen and nectar, such as thyme, oregano, lavender, sage, wild rose, iris, wild daisy, and others. Trees and shrubs: The area also has many species of trees and shrubs that produce pollen and nectar, such as fir, oak, willow, poplar, cedar, arbutus, wild rose, iris, wild rose, and others.
Olive Grove At Delphi
The variety of bee flora in the area contributes to the production of a unique honey with a rich flavor and aroma. The honey of Giona and Olive Grove At Delphi is known for its high antioxidant content, which has beneficial properties for health. Here are some of the most important bee plants in Giona and Olive Grove At Delphi, along with the season when they produce pollen and nectar:
- Thyme: May-June
- Oregano: June-July
- Lavender: July-August
- Sage: July-August
- Wild rose: May-June
- Iris: April-May
- Oak tree: April-May
- Fir tree: May-June
Bees collect pollen and nectar from different plants depending on the season. This contributes to the creation of honey with a unique taste and aroma.
