How Honey is useful for skin, hair and health?

Honey is also called ‘Shahad’ in hindi. Almost everyone likes honey in this world. It is sweet. Honey adds great taste to our food. Honey is far better than all those artificial sweeteners we dump into what we eat. Honey has many health benefits. If we are taking honey and cinnamon combined than it is healthier than honey alone. Cinnamon fights against inflammation and cancer but combining it with honey multiply the beneficial effects. This combination of honey and cinnamon also help to reduce the risk of heart disease. Honey has many skin benefits as well. These kind of natural things gives us many benefits. But thing is that we are not aware about these benefits.

Benefits of honey:

Treat cough and cold

A research has shown that honey is effective to treat cough. Honey has antioxidant properties this is the reason it is effective for health. If you want to give honey to your kid for cough and cold then consult with doctor first. A mixture of lemon water with honey helps to cure cold too and it helps to clear the congestion in the throat and also prevents dehydration.

Heals burns and wounds



In wounds and especially burns application of honey has been found very effective. You can apply honey to the affected area because honey has anti – infectious property. Honey is the viable treatment for wounds. Honey makes the wound sterile in less time. Honey also aid in the treatment of ulcers and chronic wounds. It increases the rate of healing.

Treats hangover

If you have hangover of late night party then do not worry. Honey will helps you to reduce hangover. Honey has anti-intoxication effects. There is fructose in honey which helps to reduce the concentration of alcohol in the blood.

Weight loss

Honey contains natural sugars which make it ideal weight loss food. If you are taking honey instead of sugar during the day and taking a spoonful of honey with a hot drink before bed can shut down the sugar cravings in your brain. Sugars in honey behave in a different way than white sugar.



Enhance energy level

Honey helps to boost energy level in your body if you are using pure honey. Pure honey contains small amount of minerals, proteins, enzymes and amino acids which contribute to overall energy levels. Sugar in honey gives extra energy as compare to artificial sweeteners. You can use honey in place of glucose to enhance energy level during physical exercise.

Prevent allergies

Studies have been found that a high intake of honey over a period of 8 weeks can improve a person’s allergy symptoms. You should include it in your diet as it prevents allergy.

Boost your memory

Consumption of honey helps to boost your memory and mental health in old age. It helps to boosting memory and concentration. With boosting of memory and mental health it make you a healthier person altogether. Its consumption helps to prevent metabolic stress and helps to stay calm. The presence of antioxidants in honey helps in boosting brain.

Promote sleep

Consumption of honey helps to promote sleep.

Improve nail health

Consumption of honey helps to promote nail health. It helps to treat toenail fungus.

Asthma

Honey helps to treat coughing during asthma. Honey is a promising treatment for asthma.

Prevent acne

Honey helps to prevent acne problem. It absorbs the impurities from the skin pores and acts as a cleansing agent. For this you just need to apply thin layer of honey on your face so that it doesn’t drip all over your neck. Leave it for 30 minutes and then wash it with normal water. Before applying does a patch test because some persons have allergy from honey. Leave it for 30 minutes if there is no reaction then you are good to go.

Treat wrinkles

Honey moisturizes the top layers of the skin. This extra moisture helps to improve wrinkles. It also helps to soothe dry, irritated and sensitive areas. Honey has also anti aging properties because it has antioxidant properties. You just need to mix a tablespoon of honey with an equal amount of papaya, milk or yogurt. Apply this mixture on face for 30 minutes. You can do massage as well. Honey makes the skin hydrated and treats the wrinkles and fine lines.

Fades acne scars

As honey is a natural moisturizer so it helps to treat acne scars.



Soften cracked lips

Honey helps to soften cracked lips. You just need to dab some honey on your lips before going to bed. And leave it overnight. The honey got absorbed into the skin and makes your lips smooth.

Treat dry skin

If you have dry skin then this is the best treatment for you. You just need to take 1 tablespoon of unsweetened and unflavored yogurt with 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix them well and then apply this paste on face and keep it for 15 minutes then rinse it with warm water.

Hair growth

Honey plays vital role in hair growth. You need to combine honey with olive oil for preventing hair loss and strengthening hair. Firstly heat the olive oil until it is warm, then add 2 tablespoon of honey. Apply this mixture on wet hair. Leave it for 15 minutes and then shampoo your hair as usual. This is the best treatment for dry hair.

Prevent gum diseases

As honey has anti-bacterial properties then it helps in treating and healing wounds. It helps to treat gum and teeth diseases like gingivitis, plaque and bleeding. If you will rub honey directly on affected gums then it gives instant relief from pain.

Cleanses skin

Honey helps to remove dirt and grime from the skin. You need to take few drops of honey warm it by rubbing it on fingers; you can also add water for desired consistency. Spread it gently over your face and do massage for few minutes then rinse it with warm water. It will cleanse your skin properly.



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