- Honey is good for you.
- Honey is primarily composed of fructose, glucose, and water.
- Honey contains many vitamins including B1, B2, B6, C, E, K, and A.
- Honey also contains:
- Calcium
- Phosphorous
- Potassium
- Iron
- Copper
- Manganese
- Magnesium
- Niacin
- Riboflavin
- Pantothenic acid
- Sulfur
- Zinc
- Trace enzymes
- Minerals
- Amino acids
- Antioxidants
- Honey is believed to help the immune system and fight infection.
- Honey is often used as a home remedy to treat colds. Honey mixed with lemon can be a soothing cough syrup.
- Honey can also soothe a sore throat.
- Many current studies have promoted the intake of honey for athletes. Honey is a highly effective natural energy booster.
- Do not give honey to babies under one year old. Honey can contain a type of bacteria that can easily grow in infants, causing serious illness or death.
