HERB - honey as medicinal

[CorwynWdwd@aol.com]

The only botulism I have heard of from honey is infant botulism which affects 
the nervous system of young babies under 12 months. Botulism bacteria or 
spores aren't the problem, it's the toxins produced by the botulism bacteria 
that cause the problem. Since they can't grow in honey, I don't see that 
there is any danger here, unless you're under 12 months or perhaps have an 
immune system disorder (and I have no documentation of the latter). Botulism 
spores are common and may be found in dust, soil and uncooked foods. Adults 
and children over one year of age are routinely exposed to, but not normally 
affected by, botulism spores.

If you have documentation to the contrary, please let me know, as I don't 
want to hurt anybody or through bad advice, cause any harm.

Corwyn


In a message dated 2/4/2000 8:04:19 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
lklc at prodigy.net writes:

> Beware of raw honey.  It is notorious for botulism.
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