THE BENEFITS OF HONEY

These are some honey benefits that are currently being researched. For more information visit the National Honey Board's website, honey.com.

Athletic Performance:
Honey is a natural energy source, and has performance benefits when consumed prior to a workout. It helps muscles to store energy and burn it for longer periods of time!

Antioxidant Activity:
On a pound for pound basis honey has similar antioxidant levels to some fruits, think of the health benefits that could be had if Americans ate more of their 230Lbs of sugars per year in the form of honey! (now less than 2lbs come from honey)

Bring out your Natural Beauty!:
Try using honey in facial masks, bath oils and hair conditioners. It naturally attracts and retains moisture.

Fewer calories for the same level of sweetness:
Honey is sweeter than sugar; so less is needed to flavor your favorite deserts and drinks!

Honey's Antimicrobial properties:
Honey has been used to accelerate healing of burns and to reduce the infection of cuts, scrapes, and minor abrasions. Honey has even been used to soothe sore throats and coughs. Try mixing some honey with hot water and lemon to make a soothing beverage. Studies are still being conducted on these health benefits.

Honey's Prebiotic Properties:
While honey fights infections, it also helps promote bifidobacteria for improving digestive health. Honey and yogurt make a great combination!