Honey has been used for thousands of years as a food and medicine. Honey never spoils, there are even reports of edible honey being found in several-thousand-year-old Egyptian tombs.
What is honey made of (varies from types of honey):
Carbohydrates
Monosaccharides: Fructose, Glucose, Maltose, and Sucrose
Vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, C & K
Choline
Antioxidants: ORAC and polyphenols.
Minerals: Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Phosphorous, Zinc, Calcium
Enzymes: phosphatase, amylase, glucose oxidase, invertase, catalase
Electrolytes
Common uses for honey:
Calms coughs & wheezing
Soothes sore throats
Promotes oral health and fights gum disease
Supports hearth health, reduces cholesterol and triglycerides
Aids in weight management
Relieves allergies
Maintains blood sugar
Skin health: nourishes the skin, treats acne, heals wounds, eczema, ulcers & burns
Natural source of energy
Boosts stamina and endurance
Helps alleviate dandruff
Fights & prevents cancer
Effective at killing pathogens such as E. coli and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Fights colds, flus & sinus issues
Strengthens the immune system
Helps acid reflux
Aids in digestions, strengthens the gut & prevents/ treats constipation
Joint pain & arthritis
Promotes sleep
Supports brain function & boosts memory
**When purchasing honey opt for organic raw local honey.