Eric Mason, the Executive Director of Save the Bee, discusses the critical role bees play in our ecosystem and food supply. He shares alarming insights on honey adulteration and the health risks it poses, revealing that much store-bought honey isn't what it claims to be. The conversation highlights the immense pressure industrial agriculture places on bee populations, turning pollination into dangerous events. Mason emphasizes the importance of sustainable sourcing of honey and how protecting bees is essential for both our health and the planet's well-being.
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Bees' Critical Role in Food.
One in every three bites of food and 70% of agricultural crops depend on bee pollination. Bees are a keystone species essential for ecosystem and human survival.
Bees' death signals environmental and human health crises, highlighting their role as a biological canary in the coal mine.
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Tiny Bee Honey, Huge Impact.
Each worker bee produces only about a twelfth of a teaspoon of honey in a lifetime. That same bee pollinates thousands of flowers essential for our food.
It takes thousands of bees to make a single jar of honey, underscoring their immense collective labor for food production.
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How Bees Make Honey.
Bees convert nectar into honey through multiple transfers among bees, mixing it with enzymes that preserve the honey.
They fan the honey to reduce water content, increasing acidity and securing a near-infinite shelf life when capped.
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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=Honey_EricMason--- --- ---Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide#calculator?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=Honey_EricMason--- --- ---You might be surprised to learn that the fight to save bees is directly tied to our own health and the integrity of our food supply, especially when so much 'honey' on the shelves isn't what it seems. I sat down with my friend Eric Mason from Save the Bee to talk about just how crucial these insects are—pollinating one in every three bites of food we consume and 70% of agricultural crops—while a single worker bee produces a mere twelfth of a teaspoon of honey in its lifetime. In our conversation we uncover the alarming extent of honey adulteration and contamination with substances like glyphosate and neonicotinoids, which impact the bee's gut biome in ways that echo human health concerns. And you'll also understand the immense pressure industrial agriculture, like the almond industry's reliance on 88% of U.S. managed bees, puts on these creatures, turning pollination events into 'pathogen Super Bowls.' So this discussion will equip you to better identify genuine, beneficial honey, grasp the significance of a pesticide-free foraging radius for bees, and see why their well-being is a direct reflection of our planet's health.--- --- ---If you can't get fresh heart & liver in your diet, try our 100% grass-fed desiccated beef organs at Heart & Soil: https://shop.heartandsoil.co/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=Honey_EricMasonLooking for a healthy and delicious snack? This is why I created Lineage Provisions. Giving you real foods in the most convenient way. Check us out: http://lineageprovisions.com/psmdyt--- --- ---00:00:00 Meet Eric Mason00:02:43 Why we need to Save the Bee00:09:17 The Lifecycle and Work of Bees00:23:02 The Queen Bee and Hive Dynamics00:27:55 Honey Harvesting and Beekeeping Practices00:31:23 Tribal Honey Hunting Adventures00:38:48 The Problem of Fake Honey00:50:52 Impact of Pesticides on Bees00:56:42 Industrial Agriculture and Bee Health01:08:26 Challenges of Sourcing Pure Honey01:10:28 Understanding Raw Honey01:13:34 The Decline of Bee Populations01:18:19 The Role of Bees in Agriculture01:19:22 Different Bee Products: Royal Jelly, Propolis, and Bee Pollen01:24:17 The Therapeutic Benefits of Beekeeping01:30:46 The Importance of Bee Conservation01:32:16 How to Support Bee Health--- --- ---Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulsaladinomdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@paulsaladinomd2Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulsaladinomdSend a message to the team: info@paulsaladinomd.co--- --- ---Dr. Paul Saladino received his medical degree from the University of Arizona Medical School. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Saladino is a licensed physician in California, but he no longer practices in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Saladino and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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