Aphrodisiacs around the globe

Honey, Europe and the Middle East They don't call it a honeymoon for nothing. In some ancient cultures, it was tradition to give mead, or honey wine, to newlyweds in order to increase fertility. Apparently, the tradition spread and the name has stuck. Honey can provide high sustained energy and is full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, according to WebMD.com.
Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe

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Honey, Europe and the Middle East

They don't call it a honeymoon for nothing. In some ancient cultures, it was tradition to give mead, or honey wine, to newlyweds in order to increase fertility. Apparently, the tradition spread and the name has stuck. Honey can provide high sustained energy and is full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, according to WebMD.com.