Due to the overprescribing of antibiotics and concerns about antibiotic resistance, health officials in England are proposing new guidelines promoting the use of honey as a first line of treatment for coughs. Despite their lack of effectiveness for treating viral infections, antibiotics continue to be commonly prescribed for colds and coughs in the UK. STORY…
Sea Cucumber Delicacy May Deter Diabetes
June 9, 2023
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Sea cucumber—an exotic marine delicacy popular in Asian countries—can prevent diabetes, according to a study by the University of South Australia (UniSA) in collaboration with Fiji National University and the University of the Sunshine Coast. Examining the medicinal properties of sea cucumbers, the researchers discovered that a dried version of the delicacy combined with salt…
How to Raise Honeybees
For thousands of years, humans have prized honey for its taste as well as its health benefits. By raising bees at home, beekeepers can harvest and enjoy their own honey. There are two types of honey: raw and processed. Raw honey is collected from a beehive and consumed after it’s passed through a filter to…
Not All Fructose Is Bad: These Fructose-Containing Foods Help You Lose Weight
While it is widely believed that consuming sugar, particularly fructose, can cause weight gain and harm our health, a recent study suggests that the quality of fructose in different foods may vary. In fact, good fructose not only aids in weight loss but also leads to improvements in other health indicators. How Does Fructose Contribute…
Five Therapeutic Effects of Honey in Treating Wounds and Infections
Natural remedies can do wonders in treating painful mouth ulcers, stomach inflammation, wounds, and infections. When it comes to dealing with these cases, honey is a time-tested treatment to alleviate symptoms and provide relief for patients, whether young or old. Consuming honey often has a soothing effect, and this sweet treat also has several notable…
The Sweet Truth: Is Honey a Healthier Alternative to Sugar?
Long-term excess sugar can cause fatty liver, inflammation, and metabolic disorders, increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Honey is a natural sweetener that humans have used for thousands of years, and many believe it has unique health-promoting properties. So is honey healthier than sugar? The Composition of Honey The scientific name of…
Honey Can Prevent Diabetes?
Yes, you are not hearing wrong: Honey can reduce blood sugar despite being roughly 80 percent sugar. In addition to lowering blood sugar, honey can boost immunity and slow the aging process. Recently, researchers have shown that honey has a wide range of unanticipated advantages. For example, diabetics who consume honey in moderation might significantly…
Does Heated Honey Lose Its Nutrients? 4 Practical Honey Drink Recipes
It is believed that honey loses its nutrients when heated, but according to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), heated honey still provides benefits. Raw or ‘Cooked’ Honey: Which Is Better? Modern science has found that honey is a natural antioxidant rich in polyphenols and other antioxidant components. It exhibits a wide range of therapeutic properties, such…
Honey May Offer Protection Against Heart Disease and Diabetes
Regular consumption of sugar is considered harmful to our health, including increasing the risk of diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. However, there is one natural sugar that is an exception. It has even been found to benefit cardiovascular health and blood sugar control, and it is honey. Honey Contains Polyphenols That Protect the Cardiovascular System…
Manuka Honey Helps Combat Antibiotic Resistant Lung Infection
September 29, 2022
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Even serious lung infections are no match for the antibacterial properties of manuka honey, which is effective against antibiotic-resistant pathogens and more. STORY AT-A-GLANCE The nectar from manuka flowers contains dihydroxyacetone, a precursor to methylglyoxal (MGO), an antimicrobial compound not found in most other honey The presence of MGO is credited for much of manuka…
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