- Prevent cancer and heart diseases
It contains flavonoids and antioxidants which help reduce the risk of some
cancers and heart disease.
2. Reduce ulcers and other gastrointestinal disorders
Recent research shows that honey treatment may help disorders such as ulcers
and bacterial gastroenteritis. This may be related to the 3rd benefit.
3. Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal
It gives an anti bacterial effect and treats many injuries and allergies too.
Honey can be given to babies to increase their immunity.
4. Reduces cough and throat irritation
It helps with coughs, particularly buckwheat honey. In a study of 105
children, a single dose of buckwheat honey was just as effective as a single
dose of dextromethorphan in relieving nocturnal cough and allowing proper
sleep.
