There is no mention of beekeeping in the Bible, but wild honey was plentiful. It's a store house of natural energy. Honey contains boron - a vital mineral sadly lacking in the modern diet. It has tranquilizing powers, and can aid in healing wounds. One of the most important foods in the Israelite diet was the lowly lentil.
Lentils are complex carbohydrates, a nutritional category known to have substantial health.
Benefits because they regulate the body's metabolic system. Complex carbohydrates help your body to balanced to prevent diabetes, and stave off feelings of hunger longer than most other foods. Lentils are rich in vegetable protein and fiber, nutritional weapons in the fight against colorectal cancer, high cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure. Moreover, lentils help fight obesity by making you feel full longer, thus keeping you from overeating and snacking between meals. The ancient Romans also prized lentils for their health benefits.