You must have heard about the many benefits of honey, but have you ever heard about honey that can make you crazy? Yes, we are talking about 'Mad Honey' found in the Himalayas of Nepal. After eating this honey, people go into strange conditions, such as dizziness, vomiting, confusion and may even have heart problems. So let us know about this special honey.
What is Mad Honey? Mad Honey is a rare type of honey made by bees from rhododendron flowers found in the Himalayas of Nepal. These flowers contain a special type of neurotoxin, which is called grayanotoxin. When bees suck the juice of these flowers, this neurotoxin gets mixed into their honey. That is why people fall ill after eating this honey.
?What happens after eating mad honey?What happens after eating mad honey depends on the quantity consumed. Generally, eating this honey in small quantities can cause problems like dizziness, vomiting, fatigue and muscle weakness. But if consumed in excess, it can cause heart problems, difficulty in breathing and even death.
Where does Mad Honey come from?The Gurung community of Nepal has been collecting this honey for centuries. They collect it from rocks located at very high altitude, which is a very dangerous task. People of Gurung community use this honey as a traditional medicine. They believe that this honey is beneficial in many diseases like cold, cough and joint pain. However, no scientific evidence has been found for this. Talking about its benefits, Mad Honey is in demand all over the world. It is sold at a very high price due to its rarity and medicinal properties. However, due to the dangerous effects of this honey, its trade is banned.
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