Blackstrap molasses is a byproduct of sugar cane’s refining process. Sugar cane is mashed to create juice, and then boiled once to create cane syrup. A second boiling creates molasses. Blackstrap molasses contains vital vitamins and minerals, such as iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium,

vitamin B6, and selenium.

5 Tablespoons per day

Create a Molasses Cocktail add 1 or 2 tablespoons of Blackstrap Molasses to a glass of milk. My Great-great Uncle Floyd Porter (on the Berry/Porter side of my family) did this everyday in his later years and he lived to be 93. Not saying it will make one live to be 93, but is certainly can't hurt to try it.

• Treats Rheumatism Molasses has been effectively utilized in the preparation of a medication for treating rheumatism and neuralgia.

• Diabetes-Friendly Sweetener If you have diabetes and a sweet tooth. You can use blackstrap molasses in baking sweet treats.

• Bone Booster Blackstrap molasses contains both calcium and magnesium, so it can help you guard against osteoporosis. Adequate levels of magnesium are also crucial in preventing diseases like osteoporosis and asthma along with others that can affect your blood and heart.

• Good for the Blood Blackstrap molasses is a good source of iron. About 5 tablespoons of Blackstrap molasses contains 95 percent of your daily allowance of iron. Besides adding it into recipes, you can add it to hot water and drink warm or cold as a dietary supplement.

• Potassium Try mixing Blackstrap molasses in with baked beans, or even use it as a basting glaze on chicken, turkey, or other meats. A spoonful straight can also give you a quick boost.