Honey In Traditional Home Remedies

Honey has an utmost importance in our traditional household. It has been given great importance since ancient times. In Ayurveda it is one of the most important medicines which is used for treatment even today. Now a days honey is also being used as a supplement for sugar. With the prevailing health problems like hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, hypertension, thyroid and many more people are more concerned about the intake of sugar and fat. The excessive intake of sugar may also lead to heart disease, depression ,obesity , skin problems, joint pain and so on....... This can be avoided by switching to sugar free or honey..... But it is very important to be aware of the way we are consuming it....... Plus we must prefer organic honey to the processed one. 

Honey has tremendous health benefits.

Table of content

-Honey With Green Tea

-Honey with Lemon Water

-Honey With Ginger

-Honey With Black Seeds (Kalounji)

-Honey With Mixed Berries

-Honey With Almonds

-Honey With Milk

Honey with Green Tea

Green tea is known to help boost metabolism an it is also a good antioxidant. When combined with honey will help to relieve stress and anxiety, improve skin health , regulate heart beat, regulate weight and also help in removing Intoxicant from the body. The combination of honey and Green tea can also reduce appetite and thus help in reducing weight. It helps in reducing fat by increasing metabolism and burning fat

Side Effects: Consuming excess of green tea and honey may also have some side effects. It may lead to digestive problems, increase heart rate and in some individuals may lead to insomnia, headaches, acid reflux etc. So before consuming it one must consult a doctor or a health professionals.

Honey With Lemon Water

Lemon is a rich source of Vitamin C, folate, potassium ,  Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2 and Vitamin B5. The two great ingredients together form a tremendous combination. The consumption of Lemon water with honey does wonders. It not only increase metabolism but also help in flushing out toxins from the body. Lemon and honey is a great antioxidant and a good detoxifying agent. When consumed warm helps to  burn fat. So drinking a  cup of warm Lemon water with honey followed by walking or exercising help in melting body fat. Hence, it can be a good natural pre-workout. 

Honey and lemon water has tremendous health benefits. It improve the liver functioning, increase metabolism, regulate heart beat, burn fat , relieves soar throat, lower the symptoms of cold and flu, and relieve constipation. 

Drinking the mixture regularly can help reduce acne and clarify skin as well. 

Honey with Ginger

The combination is commonly used in our household on a daily basis . It is a good source of potassium, vitamin C, iron, vitamin B6, Magnesium. The two are known to relieve cold and flue symptoms. Ginger when taken with honey can can also relieve soar throat. It has many anti-inflammatory properties. The duo also relieve pain, and help in developing immunity.

Ginger, honey and lemon water can be taken together to relieve pain , nausea, constipation, cold and flu symptoms.  

Honey with Black Seeds(Kalounji)

Black seeds are known for the great aesthetic value. Black seeds and honey combo improve intelligence and also improve brain function. The two together helps to reduce the weak memory or memory loss problem in elderly people. Black seeds oil combined with honey boosts immunity and increase metabolism to serve in weight loss. In addition, it also helps to reduce cholesterol levels in blood . 

Side effects: The to have minimal side effects. In some individual black seeds can cause allergic reactions, constipation and other stomach problems.

Honey with Mixed Berries

Berries are known to have great nutritive value. They are rich many essentials nutrients like iron, vitamin A, Vitamin C vitamin B and many other minerals. They are also rich in fiber. Berries regulates blood sugar, improve heart health, relieve digestive problems, reduce LDL cholesterol in blood, treat stomach problems and reduce stress and anxiety. Regularly adding them to diet lower the risk of diabetes.

The union of honey and berries is a very lucrative combination. Despite its high nutritive value it also taste good and even kids enjoy it. The combo when consumed regularly help to prevent certain health issues like heart problems, improper liver function, high cholesterol levels. They also boost immunity and help remove toxins. The presence of antioxidants and anti inflammatory properties makes it a good choice

Honey with Almonds

Almonds are rich source of protein, fiber, carbohydrates, fats( mostly monosaccharide), Biotin and many essential minerals. It enhance the absorption of cholesterol and bile acid. It decreases inflammation and insulin resistance and also help in maintaining blood circulation.

Almonds mixed with Honey act as an immunity booster. It has many anti-oxidative and anti inflammatory properties. Regular consumption of the two together help treat Anemia, improve gut health, improve hair growth, regulates heart beat, maintain cholesterol, slow down ageing and relieve cough. Honey and almonds relieve cough and cold symptoms and soar throat.

Honey with Milk

Milk is widely known for the abundance of calcium and potassium. In addition, it is rich in protein named casein which help in the absorption of minerals such as calcium and potassium. The whey protein helps in maintaining muscles and improve growth.

Milk and honey is a Nutrition rich drink which helps in reducing stress and elevating mood, boost immunity, improve bone health, enhance sleep, reduce lung problems, improve skin and hair health and provide energy.

The only thing to keep in mind while consuming the drink is one should not be over weight, as it also help in weight gain. So it is a good drink for the individuals who are lean, underweight, practice highly active lifestyle and athletes. It is also beneficial for the school going children as it provides good amount of energy.