Honey is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, has antibacterial properties, and can play a role in diabetes management as part of a balanced diet. Honey comes from a nectar that is produced by the flowers that attract bees to them. Bees take this nectar from the flowers and store it in their stomachs. After that, they store the final product in honeycomb cells.

Some studies show that honey can keep blood sugar lower because honey has a lower glycemic index than sugar. This means it does not make a spike in blood sugar and insulin levels. It’s rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids and phenolic acids. Darker varieties have more antioxidants than lighter varieties. Antioxidants help neutralize reactive oxygen species in your body, which can build up in cells and cause damage.

There is a historical precedent for the use of honey treatment for wound and burn healing. The practice is still common today. Honey’s healing powers come from antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. It is particularly effective for diabetes-related foot ulcers.

Honey may help suppress coughing in children, for children over one-year old honey can be used as a safe and natural cough suppressant, some studies show that it is even more effective than certain cough medicines.

Nutrition of Honey

One table spoon of honey contains;

Calories – 63 calories

Fat – 0 grams

Fiber – 0 grams

Carbs – 17 grams

Protein – 0.1 grams

Research has found that honey contains 31 minerals including: phosphorus, calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

– Patricia Chirino Cabrera