Six Must Know Benefits Of Honey

Six Must Know Benefits Of Honey 

Last blog was about clearing the myth about honey and sugar. Some people would argue saying that sugar is still sugar, no matter what. However, it does matter what kind. Just like there is this concept of ’good fat” and ‘bad fat”. Same way, there is a 'bad sugar' and 'good sugar'

Honey is an item that penetrates deepest in your tissues affecting them in a positive direction. There are endless benefits of consuming honey but will discuss the few must-know benefits here.

1- Antioxidants

Honey has antioxidants that helps reduces the risk of heart diseases and cancers.

2- Cholesterol Levels Maintained

Cholesterol is needed by our body but we need the ‘good cholesterol” and honey helps with that. It reduces the bad cholesterol levels. According to recent research, 70g of honey for about 30 days can help reduce cholesterol levels by 3 percentage. Isn’t that great?

3- Craving Satisfied For Diabetic Patients

Since we all know, diabetic patients are told that sugar is off-limits for them. However, same is not for honey (despite it being a sugar). The reason being that it doesn’t increases the sugar levels in bloodstream.

4- Healing Properties

Honey has antibacterial nature that helps prevent infection by providing you with an invisible shield against countless types of infections. Also, when you tend to have an infected wound, consume honey. Why? Because of the antibacterial properties. Honey will heal in an organized manner

5- Solution to Gastric Problems

Due to the antimicrobial property of honey, it solves your gastric issues of all ages. It helps battle bad bacteria as well as germs.

6- Improves Sleep

Honey is best for those who are having trouble sleep. Yes, you read that right. Insomniacs, your problem has a very easy solution which is honey. Have a teaspoon of honey just before bedtime and you will sleep as a baby.

The reason is that when your liver is empty of glycogen, your liver stops glucose production which is important for energy as glucose is the source of energy. So, when you consume honey which is a good sugar, your energy levels are maintained.

These are some of the must-know benefits of honey. There are countless of them.

Remember, health is wealth.