subject: Health Benefits Of Natural Honey [print this page] Natural Honey, produced by Honey Bees, has been used since times immemorial for its medicinal and sweetening properties. A cave painting in Valencia, Spain has depicted that human beings have been hunting for honey since at least 8000 years. Honey finds mention in the religious books of the Christians, Muslims and Hindus.
It is only recently that science has been able to understand how Natural Honey benefits us in so many ways. Some of the Health Benefits of Natural Honey are:
.Energy Booster: Honey is a completely natural energy booster. The special foods taken by the athletes of the ancient Olympic Games included Honey. It does not have the ill effects of the carbonated energy drinks. The glucose in the Honey results in an instant boost in the energy levels while the fructose which is absorbed slower than the glucose provides sustained energy. Raw Honey is thus, taken before and after exercises to reduce muscle fatigue. A breakfast including Honey keeps the energy levels high for the rest of the day. The fact that the children like the taste of Honey also ensures that they do not have to be coerced into taking it.
.Strengthens The Immune System: The anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties of Honey strengthen the Immune System of the body and help combat diseases.
.Treats Cough And Cold: The common cough and cold symptoms are often treated with Honey.
.Treats Sore Throats: Honey not only acts as a soothing agent for sore throats but, due to anti-microbial properties, it kills the bacteria that cause the infection. Honey can be either taken directly or mixed with water and gargled with, to bring relief to sore throat.
.Cures Skin Problems: Honey mixed with ground almonds, olive oil and lemon juice can be applied on the skin to heal chapped lips and acne conditions. The antibacterial properties of Honey aid the healing process of the skin.
.Treats Wounds and Burns: Honey is used to treat wounds and burns. The antiseptic properties of Honey inhibit the growth of bacteria and protective layer that Honey forms keeps the wound free from infection. Honey also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Mankind has been benefitted by the properties of Honey for a long time now. Almost every culture has reaped the benefits of Raw Natural Honey from a very early stage. The early texts of the civilizations have lavishly praised the benefits of Honey.
