Honey is a wonderful gift of nature.It is an excellent food with medicinal properties.It is composed of sugars like glucose and fructose and minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium, chlorine, sulphur, iron, sulphate and vitamin-B.
It has a low calorie level.Although it gives great energy, it doesn't add weight.
When it is taken with water it diffuses into the blood in seven minutes and makes the brain function better and thus reduces fatigue.
It supports blood formation.It helps in cleansing the blood, regulating blood circulation, protection against capillary problems, arteriosclerosis.
It is a sweet treat for skin.It smooth-ens and exfoliates skin, retains moisture and gives it a young and vibrant look.
The secret of honey lies in its antibacterial activity.It is a natural antiseptic.
It promotes healing when applied on wounds or burns.It is an excellent antiseptic when diluted.It contains antimicrobial agents which prevent infections by killing the bacteria in and around your wounds.These antimicrobial properties can soothe your raw tissues.It not only prevents infections, but also accelerates skin healing.No scars are formed.Wounds heal better, swelling eases and tissues can grow back.Its bactericide(bacteria killing)property increases twofold when diluted with water.
Microrganisms do not grow or reproduce in honey because of its acidity.
Taking honey in warm water with lemon helps in losing weight.It promotes the re hydration of the body and clears up the problem quickly.
Pure honey taken with foods daily instead of sugar relieves complaints of cholestrol.
It is effective in the treatment of ulcers, particularly stomach ulcers.
It is effective in the treatment of intestinal, respiratory, heart and nervous problems.
It is a good source of antioxidants and prevents cancer as well as heart disease.
It is healthier to buy the local honey as the manufacturers destroy the beneficial bacteria, nutrients and enzymes while processing.
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