Amazing Health Benefits Of Honey

Honey is a thick liquid made by honeybees from plant nectar. It is loved for its depth of flavor and sweetness. And apart from its flavor, it is also known for its health benefits. Honey plays a very important role in many home remedies. Its smell, taste, and color vary based on the type of flowers it is made from. Here are some amazing health benefits of honey.

Heal wounds:

Honey has antimicrobial properties. A 2017 review suggests that honey may have potential health benefits for wound healing and microbial inhibition.

However, speak with your doctor before using it for any such medical purpose. Because it may not be a good idea to use honey brought from stores to treat cuts as in a research setting properly inspected and sterile honey is used.

Aids in weight management:

According to nutritionist Mike Mclnnes, honey burns body fat even when you are asleep. It is known as one of the best foods to lose weight. Consuming honey early morning with warm water on an empty stomach and even before going to bed can be really helpful.

One of the best home remedies for cough:

Honey is not only one of the best home remedies for dry cough but even for wet cough. Drinking a tablespoon of honey can reduce irritation in the throat. Especially for kids, honey is considered a natural remedy for cough. It helps in relieving nocturnal cough and aids in sleep.

Helps to ease sinus issues:

Sinus-related issues have become common as many people suffer these days due to the increase in pollution and dust. When suffering from infection the viruses block the sinus that traps air and mucus thus it causes distress. Honey is a natural antibacterial and antiseptic that reduces inflammations and helps to clear infections. Honey reduces coughs and soothes the throat. It even strengthens the immune system which causes less sinus attacks.

Good for skin:

Honey has moisturizing and nourishing properties that make it very useful. If you have dry skin honey is the best natural moisturizer and very easy to apply as well. Raw honey unclogs pores and helps moisturized parched skin, it even helps in curing cracked lips during winter.

Compared to sugar honey is slightly better:

Helps in sugar management: Honey may be slightly beneficial over regular sugar. Like other types of sugar raises blood sugar even honey does it but the antioxidants it contains help to protect against type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Researchers found that honey may help to increase levels of adiponectin, adiponectin is a hormone that improves blood sugar regulation and inflammation.

These are some of the amazing health benefits of honey. To know more about a healthy diet contact a diet coach or nutritionist.

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