5 Amazing Health Benefits Of Honey

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Manuj Yadav

Honey is good for treating burns and wounds

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Topical honey treatment for wound and burn healing has a historical foundation and remains a common practice today. Researchers attribute honey’s healing properties to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

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It is easy to include in your diet

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Incorporating honey into your diet for an antioxidant boost is simple. Substitute it for sugar in your coffee or tea. It also has versatile uses in cooking and baking.

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Decreases heart diseases

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The University of Toronto conducted a study involving 1800 participants, conducting 18 trials on the effects of raw honey. Individuals were either given actual honey or a honey-like placebo. Those who regularly consumed honey experienced a notable reduction in the risk of heart-related diseases.

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Rich in antioxidants

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Honey is rich in bioactive plant compounds and antioxidants. These antioxidants play a crucial role in neutralising reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the body, preventing cellular damage that can contribute to conditions like premature ageing, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

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Helps treat cough in children

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A review of multiple studies on honey and cough in children suggests that honey might be more effective than diphenhydramine in alleviating cough symptoms and could potentially reduce the duration of coughing.

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