that honey has no expiration date. That the bodies of the world's greatest emperors were buried in golden coffins and then covered with honey to prevent decomposition. That the term "honeymoon" comes from the tradition of newlyweds consuming honey to boost fertility after marriage. Did you know that a bee lives less than 40 days, visits at least 1,000 flowers, and produces less than a teaspoon of honey, but for the bee, it is the work of an entire lifetime? Learn more from National Geographic Nature. Thank you, precious bees!