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Health Benefits of Honey - Essential Honey Elements in Relation to Modern Medicine
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According to Dr. Ron Fessenden, M.D., M.P., who is a great advocate of honey, its consumption, health benefits and its therapeutic value, the number of people in US consumes it daily are still very less, conversely not aware of honey and its essential health benefits and its relation to modern medicine.
Medical Science’s Proof:
The Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine has recently acknowledge the benefits of raw honey. It says, “the therapeutic potential benefits of pure, raw honey is grossly underutilized. It is widely available in most communities and although we don’t totally understand why it can heal various health conditions we know that from studies it has many benefits. The time has now come for conventional medicine to lift the blinds off this ‘traditional remedy’ and give it its due recognition.”
Health Benefits of Honey:
Honey is considered a functional food throughout history. Not only its therapeutic value is huge, but its health benefits are abundant due to the natural elements it has.
Strengthens Immune System:
Honey plays a vital role in the human body and its growth while it also neutralizes damaging free radical activity of cells for a more strengthen the immune system. A small amount of honey provides huge healthy calories for the body as well.
Helps Weight Loss:
People will surprise to know that honey can help them reduce weight. If its consumed in warm water, it actually boosts digestion. Honey mixed with cinnamon also helps reduce body fat.
Source of Vitamins and Minerals:
Raw honey has different types of natural antioxidants, enzymes, minerals, iron, zinc, potassium, calcium, phosphorous, magnesium and selenium. Plenty of vitamins like vitamin B6, thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and niacin are also found in honey.
Antibacterial and Antifungal Properties:
Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, honey is considered a natural antiseptic in traditional medicine. Many natural healers use honey as a great daily medicine to treat different skin and body diseases.
