Pollination, Species of Apis are generalist floral visitors, and will pollinate
a large variety of plants, but by no means all plants. Of all the honeybee
species, only Apis mellifera has been used extensively for commercial
pollination of crops and other plants. The value of these pollination services
is commonly measured in the billions of dollars.
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Two species of honey bee, A. mellifera and A. cerana, are often maintained, fed,
and transported by beekeepers. Modern hives also enable beekeepers to transport
bees, moving from field to field as the crop needs pollinating and allowing the
beekeeper to charge for the pollination services they provide, revising the
historical role of the self-employed beekeeper, and favoring large-scale
commercial operations. For further information see the main article, or the
articles for these species.
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In a study that analyzed 19 samples of honey from 14 different floral sources,
University of Illinois scientists found that honey made from nectar collected
from Illinois buckwheat flowers packs 20 times the antioxidant punch as that
produced by bees that lap up California sage. Clover, perhaps the most common
plant source tapped by honey bees, scored in the middle of the rankings.
Antioxidants — substances that slow the oxidation of other substances –
counter the toxic effects of free radicals, which can cause DNA damage that can
lead to age-related problems such as arthritis, strokes and cancer. Free
radicals are atoms or molecules that are usually reactive or unstable.
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Apricots are an excellent source of beta-carotene and are useful in reducing infections or skin problems.Dried apricots, like all dried fruit, are much higher in calories due to their sugar content and may contain the preservative sulphur dixoide, which may instigate asthma attacks. However they are a good source of iron and potassium.Read More
The sweet, juicy fruits are very popular to eat and can be made into jams and other confections. The fruit is eaten to help the kidneys. Some people believe the seeds that sink in water will produce female trees, and those that float will be males. Read More
Grape seed has been studied for the treatment of pancreatitis, cancer, varicose veins, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and premenstrual syndrome. There is some evidence that a commercial form of grape seed called Activin may help reduce the inflammatory response in patients with systemic sclerosis. Read More
One serving of "Jamaican ackee, canned, drained has Water, Energy, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Dietary fiber, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc, vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folacin and vitamin C. Crushed immature Jamaican ackee fruits produce foam, which is used as soap. The wood is termite resistant, and may be used in the construction of different articles. The Jamaican ackee tree is also planted as an ornamental. Seed extracts are used in the treatment of parasites. The ripe Jamaican ackee fruit is consumed to lower fever and to control dysentery. A poultice of crushed ackee leaves is applied to the forehead to alleviate headaches, and to the skin to heal ulcers. Read More
Acerola is a small tree that grows in dry areas of the Caribbean and Central and South America. Traditionally, its fruit has been used to treat diarrhea, arthritis, fevers, and kidney, heart, and liver problems. Acerola contains 10–50 times more vitamin C by weight than oranges. Other important substances found in acerola include bioflavonoids , magnesium , pantothenic acid , and vitamin A. Read More
Fruit is good for you; and most everyone knows that. Certain fruits have been recognized to have much higher nutritional content and antioxidant properties than others. Of this category of fruit, the Acai berry comes out as a leader. With a high content of vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, and E along with iron, phosphorous, calcium and potassium, the vitamin and mineral content in this grape-sized, unique-tasting fruit alone would make it worth adding to your diet. But the benefits don’t stop there! Acai fruit contains so many other natural health-enhancing ingredients that it is arguably one of the most nutritious foods that any person could add to his or her diet. Read More
Dragon fruit is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and therefore are thought to have many important health benefits, including boosting immunity and preventing cancer. Read More
