Honey has been part of the human diet since ancient times.  Honey is used as a culinary delicacy and cure.  Honey has amazing health benefits, and you will get the maximum benefits from raw honey as pasteurized honey loses its beneficial enzymes.

Take a look at the health benefits:

Allergies

If you are allergic to tree and weed pollen, honey can help resolve your allergic symptoms.

Blood sugar

Honey does not impact your blood sugar and can satisfy your cravings for sweet.

Cholesterol and Heart Disease

Honey helps to lower cholesterol and having honey can lower your risk of heart diseases.

Burns and Wounds

Honey has amazing antibacterial properties which help in healing burns and wounds.  It’s antioxidant and drying properties help to heal wounds.

Coughs

Honey is a great option when you have a cough.  Two teaspoons of honey is very effective.  Combining honey, lemon juice and hot water makes it a soothing antibacterial drink.

Note: -

Never give honey to children under one year of age as there is a risk of infant botulism. 

Use honey in moderation as it is high in calories and sugars. 

You can add honey to a cup of tea or yogurt.

Heat destroys its healthy enzymes.