For thousands of years honey has been used as a medicine and a beauty product and as a preservative. Honey is a natural substance with medicinal properties, particularly for wound healing. Its healing abilities stem from its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, as well as its ability to create a moist, acidic wound environment that promotes healing. Honey can be used to treat various types of wounds, including burns, ulcers, and surgical wounds
DRAW OUT AN INFECTION
The sugar naturally present in honey has the effect of drawing water out of damaged tissues (known as an osmotic effect). This reduces swelling and encourages the flow of lymph to heal the wound. The honey also draws water out of bacterial cells, which can help keep them from multiplying. Antibacterial effect.
COUGH MEDICINE – See Healing with Lemon
FLUID RETENTION
Experience a marked improvement in just one week. Take one tablespoon of natural honey (not commercial), three times a day. You will be surprised how quickly it reduce fluid retention.
HEARTBURN
To combat acid causing heartburn, Add to a large cglass of water, a spoonful of natural honey, a few drops of peppermint oil, and two teaspoon of baking soda. Mixed together and drink immediately.
SORE THROAT
An old time remedy for a sore throat consists of two tablespoons of honey, one of apple cider vinegar and a dash of cayenne pepper. Warm a little. Gargle, three times a day. It also acts on the bacteria in the throat.
Other Potential Benefits:
Gastrointestinal Issues: Honey may help with diarrhea associated with gastroenteritis and can be part of oral rehydration therapy.
Cardiovascular Health: The antioxidants in honey may be associated with a reduced risk of heart disease.
Neurological Conditions: Honey may offer antidepressant, anticonvulsant, and anti-anxiety benefits, and could potentially help with memory disorders.
Diabetes: Honey has a lower glycemic index than sugar and might be a better alternative for some diabetics.