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8 Amazing Health Benefits Of Honey by gechyy2(f): 1:37pm On Feb 23, 2017
Honey is an amazing natural sweetener, its health benefits do not just stop as a sweetener but is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Its medicinal benefits are one that I have personally experienced and it was really an awesome experience.

Here are the amazing health benefits of honey.

Honey makes a wonderful cough medicine:

According to a study by WHO-soothing substances (demulcents) such as hot tea with honey and lemon are harmless and inexpensive and safe for the treatment of cough in small children. Make a honey and lemon tea by adding one freshly squeezed lemon to one tablespoon of honey in a cup of warm water. One tablespoon of the syrup four times a day should be taken.

It helps in wound healing:

Its antibacterial properties and effect of its natural sugars help in wound healing (cuts and burns).

Treats dandruff:

With its antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, honey helps itchy scalp and other scalp disorders. It is also a good conditioning agent for the hair and scalp. Put the honey directly on the scalp and leave it for 30mins after which you rinse It restores your hair glow while relieving you of dandruff and other scalp issues.

Gives quick energy:

For the athletes, honey is a very quick natural source of energy that your body needs to take on the rigorous exercise training. The glucose and fructose get to the blood stream fast giving you the energy to go. Take two tablespoons of honey per day to be on the move.

Helps regulate blood sugar:

Glucose and fructose are natural sugars found in honey and it is known to help in blood sugar regulation. It is a wonderful sweetener for diabetics but should also be taken in moderation.

Great as skin moisturizer:

For a glowing skin, add honey to your skin as a moisturizer, its antibacterial properties also help in preventing skin infections.

Do you know honey is also anti-cancer?

see more:http://www.womanlycare.com/8-amazing-health-benefits-honey/

Has anyone also experienced honey's healing powers personally?share

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