Boost your immunity with the power of honey
During the winter months and flu seasons, many people reach for healthy foods like fruits and vegetables, from which the body draws beneficial vitamins and minerals. One food that is often forgotten in connection with boosting immunity is honey. However, the beneficial effects of honey have been known for centuries.
Honey in the Kitchen Unlike other vitamin sources, honey has a wide range of uses. It can be used on its own or as a sweetener in tea, coffee, or in cooking, as a substitute for white sugar. Unlike white sugar, honey contains only simple sugars that the body can use immediately and does not burden the liver during processing. It also contains beneficial vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, proteins, and fiber.
Vitamins and Minerals The effects of honey on our health are truly versatile. It contains many beneficial substances and vitamins. Honey contains nutrients such as proteins, fiber, sugars, various vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and amino acids. It contains a relatively large amount of iron, calcium, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and calcium. Honey is a good source of vitamin C and vitamins A, B, D, E, H, K.
A Helper for Colds and Flu Potassium, which is contained in honey, helps with the flu and reduces fever, as it induces sweating and facilitates the expectoration of mucus. "Honey is a great helper both in the prevention and in the treatment of a wide range of diseases. It contains an optimal ratio of proteins and minerals, vitamins, iron, calcium, phosphorus, and plant essential oils, which are essential for the proper functioning of the immune and digestive systems. It has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects, strengthens the circulatory system and heart, prevents respiratory diseases and febrile illnesses," explains Milan Špaček, a honey sommelier and owner of Medokomerc.
Weight Loss and Body Detox Vitamin C increases liver function, speeds up metabolism, strengthens immunity, helps detoxify the body, and aids in weight loss. It is also effective in case of digestive problems or problems with digestion, helps with diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and inflammation of the large intestine, and has strong antibiotic effects.
Other Therapeutic Effects Iron, which is contained in honey, improves blood formation. Honey also helps with insomnia, as it improves sleep quality. Lesser-known effects of honey include lowering blood pressure, regulating cholesterol in the blood, and healing minor burns and injuries.
Honey in Cosmetics Thanks to its regenerative and soothing effects, honey has also found its place in the cosmetic industry. Honey cosmetics are suitable for all skin types. Honey nourishes and hydrates the skin, kills bacteria, has strong cleansing effects, and fights free radicals that cause skin aging. Honey lip balms, honey wraps and massages, honey face and hair masks, and moisturizing creams that give the skin and hair a fresh look and radiance are especially popular.