Honey Facts

Honey is not just a natural sweetener which can be substituted for sugar, it is a natural product loaded with nutrients, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins for your good health. Honey never needs to be refrigerated because it has natural antibacterial properties. It has a low pH and is slightly acidic which prevents bacterial growth.

Here are a few interesting honey health facts:

Honey can be used on cuts and burns to prevent infections due to its antibacterial properties. It will speed the healing process

Some people believe honey can ease allergy symptoms

Honey contains B6, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin vitamins

Calcium, iron, copper, manganese, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, and sodium are also found in honey.

Honey for Health

One of the most interesting honey facts is that it contains natural antioxidants and enzymes which are a must for good health! Honey is not treated with high temperatures before it is packaged as many other foods are. Therefore these natural nutrients are not destroyed during processing.

Usually the darker the honey the higher its antioxidant content is. Vitamin, selenium, and catalase are also found in the darker honey.

Other interesting honey facts are that honey can often be used by diabetics safely. However, those suffering from blood sugar health problems should of course consult their physician.

And did you know that honey can be used as a skin and hair treatment. Honey retains moisture and can benefit both skin and hair.

More Honey Facts

Honey used for baking keeps baked goods moist longer.

Try honey for a natural cough syrup!

Guess what the only food is which is produced by insects!

Honey has recently be found to help with the absorption of calcium.

Honey has 64 calories per table spoon. This is a little more than table sugar.

Children under two should not be given honey. There are natural bacteria in honey which some children may be vulnerable to.

The type of flowers bees visit determine the flavor of honey

Honey has been shown to possibly fight cancer

Honey is great for oral health because of its antibacterial properties

Visit the National Honey Board for more honey facts.