By Vania Raebel | June 21, 2019
The metaphorical saying that you can catch more flies with honey than vinegar is one that also bears literal truth. Honey is a sweet liquid produced by bees out of the nectar of flowers. It has long been touted for its numerous health benefits, including being high in antioxidants and antibacterial.
For some of Egypt’s Pharaohs, honey was also an effective way to keep themselves free of flies. They would smear the gooey, golden substance on their servants, ensuring that the flies would go for them instead of the Pharaoh. On the upside, at least the servants’ skin would stay soft and smooth.
