7 Amazing Health Benefits Of Honey

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Honey is fat-free, cholesterol-free, sodium-free and rightly called nature's sweet nectar. Here are 7 health benefits of honey that you should know.

1. Boosts Energy

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The glucose in honey is absorbed by the body quickly, giving an immediate energy boost, Honey has also been found to keep levels of blood sugar fairly constant.

2. Treats Cough

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Thanks to its antimicrobial properties, honey not only soothes the throat, but also kills certain bacteria which cause the infection.

3. Improves Sleep

Find it difficult to sleep? Use the famous milk and honey remedy to fall asleep quickly. Simply add a tsp of honey to hot milk or chamomile tea.

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4. Treats Wounds

Honey contains glucose and fructose that absorb water if applied to wounds. It promotes healing, making it a natural first-aid cure for wounds, burns and cuts.

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5. Prevents Heart Diseases

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“Consumption of honey increases polyphonic antioxidants in the blood which help prevent heart diseases”, says Dr. Manoj K. Ahuja, Sukhda Hospital. 

6. Helps Weight Loss

According to the American College of Nutrition, honey controls the appetite. If you eat honey before bed, the body burns fat during early hours of sleep.

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7. For Fabulous Skin

Honey is a fantastic moisturiser and works wonders on patches of dry skin. You can use it to soften up your knees and elbows, even chapped lips.

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