A Yorkshire honey coming from a co-operative of hive owners throughout the county. The Organic Pantry are currently working to reintroduce hives and bees back onto the land after they suffered colony collapse a few years ago. It will be a while yet but hopefully we will have our own honey again soon. Honey has long been used for its medicinal and nutritional properties. Some of those known are as follows: Good antibacterial and anti-fungal as bees add an enzyme which make hydrogen peroxide. You can use it topically to help heal wounds It really does help with coughing! Medical studies showed a single dose was as effective as a single dose of dextromethorphan in relieving nocturnal cough. Contains flavonoid compounds which act as antioxidants and help the body to fight off cancers and heart disease. Despite being full of energy giving sugars certain honeys have been shown to help the body regulate blood sugar levels. Please Note: This Product is NOT Organically Certified