Honey is a sweet liquid made by honey bees using the nectar from flowers. It is graded in colour, the flavour of a particular type of honey will vary based on the types of flower from which the honey is harvested. Honey has been used for both food and medicine, honey is particularly healthy when used instead of refined sugar.
Here are a few surprising benefits Honey;
Healing Wounds And Burns
There have been some cases in which people have reported positive effects of using honey in treating wounds. Some research shows that the topical application of honey on wounds may speed up healing. After any skin injury, bacteria that live on your skin can infect and penetrate the wound site. Honey has been found to destroy this bacteria.
Acts As A Natural Sleeping Aid
Having trouble falling asleep? Then you should try drinking beverage made with warm milk and honey just before you sleep to make you feel better. Honey also soothes the throat and reduces coughs and strengthens the immune systems thereby causing fewer sinus attacks.
Nourishes Your Skin And Face
Using honey for skin is very useful because of the moisturizer and nourishing properties. Honey is not only for food but also for the treatment of the body, Many people also use honey masks for skin tone correction.
Honey Prevents Cancer And Heart Disease
Honey contains flavonoids, which can help prevent cancer and heart disease, taken honey regularly can help reduce the risk of cancers and hearts disease.
Honey Help In Weight Management
It will be shocking to you that taken honey regular may help in weight management.
Reduces A Cough And Throat Irritation
Its help with cough, particularly buckwheat honey, taken honey regular can help reduce throat irritation. However honey has a wide range of benefits that can be healthful for the bodies.
Source: Guardian Newspaper
