REASONS YOU SHOULD USE HONEY EVERYDAY

REASONS YOU SHOULD USE HONEY EVERYDAY

Honey is man’s oldest sweetener and has been available from time immemorial and with advancement in science and technology we seem every day to be realizing the immense value of Honey to our health and general well-being. Based on latest findings and research, this are the reasons Honey should form a part of your everyday diet.

Mineral Composition-It is composed of sugars like glucose and fructose but also many beneficial minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium (which plays a vital role in our bones and teeth development) Iron which is essential for production of red blood cells in the blood and also involved in the conversion of blood sugar to energy, chlorine, sulphur and phosphate not forgetting that copper, iodine and zinc also exist in small quantities.

Vitamin-there’s also enough vitamins  which is part of our daily body requirements, honey contains Vitamin A, which aids in good vision and also maintains good skin, Vitamin B1,this helps for healthy brain, nerve cells and heart function not forgetting conversion  of carbohydrates to energy, Vitamin B2,for essential growth, healthy skin and eyes, Vitamin B3 for maintenance of digestive system, nerve and also lowers high blood cholesterol ,Vitamin B5,this vitamin is vital for metabolism and production of essential body chemicals and lastly Vitamin B6 which is necessary for chemical reaction of proteins and the formation of red blood cells(researchers say one can’t live without this vitamin)

Allergies-scratchy eyes, headaches and cold can be a real nuisance; honey can help to cure all those and even more. It can replace drugs when it comes to allergies, use raw honey that is unheated and unpasteurized, consume 2 to 3 spoonful daily, u can also spread it on toasts, biscuits or use it to sweeten your tea.

Skin-It also has an amazing effect on your skin, it got the ability to attract water and it is safe for sensitive skin. Can be used as a moisturizing mask for your skin as well as your hair(to use as a conditioner, mix the honey with olive oil)remember to wash your hair well before you go outside.

Ulcers-It also happens to be an effective treatment for ulcers, which affects millions around the world; it is mainly used in Europe for this purpose. The sugar in honey absorbs water and helps to trap some of the moisture so that bacteria and other microbes can’t grow as easily as in other foods. You should also take 2 to 3 spoons, twice daily for this in order to have the desired result.