Honey’s Superfood Properties

Often called a superfood, honey is credited with being one of the best products you can put in—and on—your body. From foods and beverages to remedies and balms, honey has been used for centuries to boost immunity and provide energy because of its antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, and antioxidant properties.

Internally, honey can help with ulcers, bacterial infections, sore throats, upset stomachs, calcium absorption, and bladder infections, and topically, it can effectively treat eczema, canker sores, and minor burns, cuts, and scrapes.

You can begin experiencing some of honey’s following health benefits today:
Honey is antibacterial and antiseptic.

Honey is actually often an ingredient in wound gels and dressings because it contains similar antibacterial and antiseptic components to that of hydrogen peroxide, making it helpful in healing wounds and burns.

Research suggests that honey has the ability to destroy bacteria before it penetrates a wound site. In some cases, honey could be more effective than antibiotics in preventing and fighting serious skin infections. Additionally, honey is able to remove pus, scabs, and dead tissue from wounds while stimulating new tissue growth.

Honey soothes coughs and eases colds.
Many people know that a teaspoon of honey—alone or added to tea and fresh lemon juice—helps soothe a sore throat or cough. According to research, this is due to honey’s anti-inflammatory function that helps to fight infections of the upper airways. Honey also contains antioxidants that can aid in fighting serious illnesses like cancer.

Honey is an energy booster.
Because honey provides instant energy without the insulin surge white sugar causes, athletes have found honey to be an effective replacement for carbohydrates prior to any exercise. Honey can also be added to water during exercise to help keep muscles well nourished and functioning optimally. Post-workout, it can be used as a carbohydrate source for glycogen restoration and blood sugar control.

Honey aids in fighting allergies.
Honey has been used for years as a natural alternative to allergy drugs, with many swearing by its antiallergenic properties. Some research suggests that using local honey can result in up to 60% reduction in symptoms for birch pollen allergy sufferers.

One thing to note is that although honey is a great health-boosting tool, it’s important to use real honey that contains pollen as it naturally would. A recent study shows that at least 75% of honey sold in America is actually not real honey. For the best health results, get honey from high-quality distributer like Georgia Honey Farm.

Georgia Honey Farm, located in the North Georgia Mountains, is committed to supplying you with the highest quality raw honey on the market for all your healthy-living needs. To find out more, explore our website or contact us at 470-268-7941.