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What Are The Nutritional Benefits Of Honey

By Marissa Velazquez


The nutritional benefits of honey have been recorded in history since 300 BC, by the Greeks, the Vedics, and the Romans. Philosophers and scientists since ancient times have spoken of it's many healing properties. Little honey bees produce this wonderful product from the nectar of flowers.

It contains high levels of glucose, fructose, and monosaccharides. With nearly 70-80 percent sugar it is no wonder it tastes so sweet, the rest of it's composition is made up of water and minerals. It possesses antibacterial and antiseptic properties and has been used in wound management. But many of the health claims made about it have yet to be scientifically proven.

This delicious product has been used as an Ayurvedic medicine for over 4 thousand years, it was thought to treat imbalances in the body. Pre-Ancient Egyptians used it topically to treat wounds, Egyptians made medicinal compounds over five thousand years ago, and Ancient Greeks thought that eating it helped one to live longer. It has a slightly higher pH level, between 3.2 and 4.5, which helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and it has antioxidant properties. The properties will vary by where it is harvested, it takes on the taste of the specific flora and water content that was used to produce it.

There are a number of reasons why it may be good for you, it may be helpful in preventing GERD, it has been used to rehydrate infants and children with gastroenteritis, it might effect the length of time of acute diarrhea, and can be used as a substitute for in oral rehydration. It was found that it shortened the duration of bacterial diarrhea in infants and children.

Honey has been used in treating wounds in modern times as well, applied topically it works as an antibiotic. It may aid in the healing of burns, but this is not been scientifically shown to be the case. It can shorten seasonal allergy symptoms and soothes a cough. Specifically, Manuka honey has been effective in destroying bacterial proteins and killing bacteria. It has even been shown to treat MRSA infections.

Full of mineral, enzymes, and vitamins in it's raw and organic state it can boost system immunity and protect one from bacteria. Coughs, cold and flu symptoms, congestion, and sore throats are all kept under control when adding 1 to 2 teaspoons to warm water. Add a little lemon juice and a bit of cinnamon for extra benefits.

Looking for the ultimate organic skincare product, here it is. Apply a dab directly to blemishes and allow the skin to absorb overnight. Wash off in the morning for clearer skin. It is effective in treating, but not curing, skin conditions such as psoriasis, ring worm, and eczema. It relievers dryness and soothes inflammation.

Drink some warm water with a little lemon and honey to start the day, it is a great liver cleanser and can flush out toxins and fat. Add some cinnamon to the drink to revitalize the arteries and veins of the heart and reduce cholesterol by 10 percent. It relieves acidity in the stomach to sooth indigestion. Before a heavy meal it can prevent indigestion by neutralizing gas. It boosts energy, is a good source of calories, and sugar, there are many nutritional benefits of honey.




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