Health Benefits of Honey

Honey is not only yummy to taste but is good for health too. Although its produced by insects and consumed by man it carries lots of benefits. While being healthier, Honey has also traces of vitamins and minerals. Due to the water content present in honey it is less in calories and carbohydrates than sugar. The Glucose and fructose in honey contribute to the sweetness of honey. The clear nature of honey exhibits the higher content of fructose present in it. These simple sugars present in honey are easily digestible and impart instant energy to the body.

Honey has other benefits such as:

• Its used as a cure for gastrointestinal problems.
• Honey consumed with warm milk is a relief for sore throats.
• Honey is a natural antioxidant.
• Honey mixed with a glass of warm milk and consumed at nights promotes good sleep.
• Honey keeps obesity and constipation at bay.
• Honey acts as a decongestant.
• Honey is a good moisturizer for skin and hair.
• Honey forms an important part in many a home remedies.
• One spoon of honey mixed with lemon juice in a glass of warm water consumed in empty stomach cleanses the entire digestive system.
• Pepper fried in ghee and mixed with honey given to young children suffering with severe cough helps reduce the cough.
• Gargling Honey is very useful for gingivitis.
• Using honey in baked foods helps them from going dry