Raw Honey Benefits

The More You Know.......About Honey...🐝

Pharmaceutical antibiotics are undoubtedly one of humanity’s greatest inventions. They help to save many people’s lives who would otherwise have died from various infections. Different types of pharmaceutical antibiotics are available. Using different kinds, you can treat bacterial infections and some kinds of parasites. The trouble with antibiotics, though, is that they can’t treat infections that are caused by viruses or fungi. This means that infections like colds, flu, many types of coughs, and sore throats are immune to antibiotics treatment. Another problem with antibiotics these days is that they are over-prescribed at times. This is dangerous because the misuse and overuse of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.

This is when an antibiotic has lost the ability to control or kill bacteria. In other words, the bacteria are now resistant, and they continue to multiply. Despite the presence of an antibiotic, infection tends to get worse. The good news is that nature has provided us with many natural antibiotics. These also help to fight many infections. They might not be enough to treat severe infections. But, they can sometimes be useful as an adjunct treatment along with what your doctor has prescribed. Honey is a gift from the bees.

For centuries, honey has been prevalent in medicine for its antimicrobial and wound-healing properties. Herbalists, those who prefer natural to pharmaceutical therapies, still look to it as one of nature’s best natural antibiotics. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. In 2014, a study presented to the American Chemical Society found that honey can fight infection on many levels. This makes the development of resistance to it far more difficult.

Honey is high in sugar, but also contains hydrogen peroxide, polyphenols, and is

high in acidity and osmotic effect. Enzymatic production of hydrogen peroxide is what gives most honey’s their antimicrobial properties. But, some types of honey’s are non-peroxide, such as Manuka honey. Studies have found that these non-peroxide honey's also display significant antibacterial effects. This is because of honey’s low pH level, and higher sugar content, both of which are likely to hinder microbial growth. As per laboratory testing, medical grade honey has potent bactericidal activity against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. But, not all honey is equal. Look for local, raw and unheated honey and give it a try next time you start to feel unwell. A couple of teaspoons a day really can have a positive effect.