If we need a little sweet taste, honey can make the trick. Some of us put a little in our tea, drizzle it on a baked asset like corn bread or a muffin, or we could give our cereal/oatmeal with honey with honey. It is an “extra” that is not exactly needed in our diet, but our taste buds and desire could say something else. The sticky syrup of honey can be found in the storage chambers of many people. An interesting use of honey is for wound care and uses it as a dressing for healing. It was also used for other skin diseases, including herpes, psoriasis and dermatitis.
There can be a debate about this sweet addition to our diet. It comes from the flower nectar and is made by bees that collect it and bring it to their beehive to produce honey. There are different types that are raw or pasteurized and how it is extracted. Some of these types include sage honey, cloverlony, avocado honey, orange blossom honey, eucalyptushone, buckwheat honey, blueberry honey and alfalfa honey.
On the positive side, honey contains, regardless of the type, iron, zinc and potassium, but in very, very trace quantities (less than 1% RDI). It has health advantages of antioxidants that contain it. Some Honey supporters say that changing sugar to honey is the better choice for their health, since these antioxidants that help to fight free radicals. It cannot increase blood sugar levels as much as sugar. Some said honey can reduce cholesterol, blood pressure and triglycerides, but rarely support studies.
On the other hand, a tablespoon (21 grams) has 64 calories, 17 grams of carbohydrates and then no other types of nutrients such as fiber, protein or fat. A bit goes a long way, but a little has these additional calories that we don’t need. Even a few portions add up over time, so that the waist shows them. How much treasure you have can sleep towards you. It can be a challenge to keep your sweet tooth at bay. Perhaps honey can be a start of the transition of less sugar instead of sugar. Then less honey over time. Small changes make changes to major changes, since even small amounts of honey can lead to large amounts of unnecessary damage to their health.
A comprehensive review of the effect of honey on human health – PMC
Honey as a potential natural antioxidant medicine: an insight into its molecular mechanisms – PMC
Factors in connection with the antibacterial activity of honey a review
Honey and health: an overview of the latest clinical research – PubMed
Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough has a fitness studio in Oceanide Ca called Fit of every body. She received her doctorate in health and human performance, MA in Physical Education & Health Science, and is a NASM master and trainer. She is also a professional natural bodybuilder, fitness model, wellness coach and Afaa Group training Instructor. She also has 6 books on Amazon.
