Hi Keith, Robin & All, >> I have been challenged to name some component in honey NOT available to bees >> through pollen. That of course I cannot do, not being a scientist. >> > It is the core question. > Robin, KeithB. wants to hear the answer of "NO", so we understand that research has not found anything yet. I have faith that someday researchers will look earnestly at the components of honey and find that missing link. Like I have stated before, the bees I keep appear to keep themselves better on honey. That regardless as to whether I know the difference or not. . .. c(((([ Keith Malone Chugiak, Alaska USA Caucasian Bee Keeper [log in to unmask] http://takeoff.to/alaskahoney http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Norlandbeekeepers/ Check out current weather in my area and 5 day forecast; http://www.wx.com/myweather.cfm?ZIP=99654 :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::