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Pure, unrefined, and unpasteurized honey packs all of the natural vitamins, enzymes, phytonutrients, and many other minerals to keep us nourished and glowing.
Although it must be used in moderation, considering its high fructose, honey can be a nutritious substitute for sugar, butter, or any flavoring. Also, be sure that the honey is raw and not refined, as chemically refined honey can destroy those natural enzymes, vitamins, and minerals that make honey so amazing. So embark on the beauty and health benefits that this flower nectar has to offer.
-Amber Lyons
SWEETEN THE POUNDS AWAY
If you’re looking to lose or maintain a stable weight, honey can be the sweetest answer because raw honey can activate hormones to suppress appetite. To perfectly kick off the day, drizzle honey on a whole grain toast or mix it in with an herbal tea.
GET WORKER-BEE LEVEL ENERGY
Since honey is packed with good carbs, good sugars, vitamins, and minerals, it can provide the perfect amount of fuel to take on the busiest work day. For those strenuous workouts, honey can be an essential part of pre-workout fueling as well as post-workout recovery.
NATURALLY DEFEAT THAT COUGH
With the new, Fall season comes cough and cold. Luckily, honey can play as a delicious alternative to those bitter, over-the-counter cough syrups. Honey includes diphenhydramine and dextromethorphan, ingredients often found in cough medication that reduce mucus secretion and coughs.
REPLACE YOUR EVERYDAY SKINCARE PRODUCTS
This can be the perfect remedy for skin acne or aging because it is loaded with antioxidants. It will also leave the skin looking radiant because of its natural soothing and moisturizing power. So replace your masque, cleanser, or exfoliator with this natural skin-saver.
ADD LIFE TO YOUR HAIR AND NAILS
As it soothes your skin, it can also has the same beautifying effect for your hair and nails. Use honey on the hair as a weightless, shin-boosting conditioner or massage it into the nails as a nourishing, softening cuticle oil.
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I never knew honey could do so much! We have a new farmer’s market coming to my community this weekend and supposed to have organic local honey there. I’m going to have to get a bottle and try this!
Many good reasons to have this product on hand in the home. My family doctor would always tell me, during cold and flu season, “always have a nice lemon and honey tea before coming to see me” – as most sore throat episodes would quickly be relieved by the tea!
and honey is also great for sore throats and colds – I’m going to be buying some more of it soon 🙂
Great ideas about honey! We make sure to buy local honey since it also helps with allergies.
I had no idea that honey can activate hormones to suppress our appetite. Having some with hot tea is a great idea after dinner to keep from snacking before bed.
I love using honey instead of sugar. But I’ve never thought about it for the skin and nails, thanks!
Honey is just like coconut oil! You can get so many things from it and it has a lot of health benefits! These are wonderful suggestions on how to use honey to your advantage.
I had no idea honey had so many healing properties. I have always used more of it during the winter months, looks like honey will be used year round from now on!
I have to agree about using honey for hair and skin, and it is wonderful! Way better than artificial/commercial products in my experience! My mom used to give us honey with lemon when we got colds, so yes, honey is a little miracle!
Honey is a staple in our house. And if possible from a local farmer.
Honey are really many things to do. It can also heal some disease like colds. Thanks for sharing!
I didn’t know about all of these honey benefits. I need to start using it right away.
Wow honey truly is beneficial! I was not aware of all of these benefits!!