Honey is a natural antibiotic and has been used for a long time with lemon in tea. But there are many, many other uses and benefits to honey. There are many different kinds of honey as well – so let’s start there.
Local Honey – I have always been told to look for honey made in my region. Honey is made from the nectar of flowers and pollen from those flowers finds its way into the honey as well. For those of you tortured by allergies – honey consumed from your region is to help strengthen your immune system to fight allergies.
Color of Honey – Another thing I have always been told is to choose the darkest honey available in your region. The more types of flowers used – the darker the honey – this is another benefit for those of use with allergies.
Manuka Honey – If you haven’t heard of it… it is said to be the miracle of all honeys. It has more healing properties than your local honey. It is expensive, but worth the price for the healing effects.
Why honey? What are the benefits? Let’s take a look.
Antibacterial uses – Since honey is an antibacterial it can be used to help heal cuts, scratches, burns, and acne. Clean the area with soap and water and put a little honey on the wound, cover with a band aid. Repeat daily. Honey helps to speed up healing and reduces scar visibility.
Moisturizer – Honey helps to soften skin – rough patches, rough heals, and dry skin. Clean area with soap and water and spread a thin coat of honey over. Cover with a warm moist washcloth or towel and let sit for 5 – 10 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
Immune booster – A teaspoon of honey taken each morning with daily supplements will boost the immune system.
Energy booster – When you are in need of a quick boost, drink a cup of green tea with a teaspoon of honey. The naturally broken-down sugars will give you a quick boost of energy.
Improve blood flow – The glucose in honey helps increase blood flow.
Colon damage prevention – Honey is high in antioxidants which strengthen the colon. Daily dosage of honey helps to strengthen the colon and reduce the chances of colon cancer.
Parasite removal – When mixed with vinegar and water, honey can remove worms and other parasites in the body.
Calming the mind and body – Adding a teaspoon of honey to warm milk or tea has a calming effect on both reducing anxiety and nervousness.
Cancer fighter – As a natural antibiotic and being high in antioxidants, honey has powerful capabilities in aiding the fight against cancer, especially manuka honey.
Calcium aid – By adding honey to your diet, you will retain more calcium in your body.
Heals stomach ulcers – Honey helps to balance stomach acids, and aids in the healing of ulcers.
Replacing processed white sugar with honey, gains you many more nutrients, minerals and gives your body a broken-down sweetness that helps your body process the “sugar” in addition to the many other benefits. Honey is the one product in your pantry that will never spoil. Your baked goods will not dry out as quickly when made with honey as it retains moisture. When using honey to replace sugar follow this recommendation:
Ingredient: 1 cup white sugar
Replacement: 3/4 cup honey
Reduction: 1/4 cup liquid in recipe
Recommended reading for beauty secrets using honey: https://www.jeancoutu.com/en/beauty/beauty-tips/beauty-secrets-of-honey/
Honey for skin and hair: https://www.treehugger.com/ways-use-honey-pamper-your-skin-and-hair-4858664
Recommended reading for healing benefits of honey: https://www.ahchealthenews.com/2017/06/02/healing-powers-honey/
Blessings… E