Health Benefits of Raw Honey

The Mayo Clinic outlines some of the potential health benefits of honey:

· Cardiovascular disease. Antioxidants in honey might be associated with reduced risk of heart disease.

· Cough. Studies suggest that eucalyptus honey, citrus honey and labiatae honey can act as a reliable cough suppressant for some people with upper respiratory infections and acute nighttime cough.

· Gastrointestinal disease. Evidence suggests honey might help relieve gastrointestinal tract conditions such as diarrhea associated with gastroenteritis. Honey might also be effective as part of oral rehydration therapy.

· Neurological disease. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant, anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. In some studies, honey has been shown to help prevent memory disorders.

· Wound care. Topical use of medical-grade honey has been shown to promote wound healing, particularly in burns.

Raw Arizona honey can be used as a healthy substitute for sugar in all kinds of foods.  It is great in smoothies, on oatmeal, on toast or even as a topping on ice cream.   Raw honey is excellent for use in baking bread, muffins, and other baked goods - helps to keep bread moist and soft and adds a wonderful taste.  Of course it is always good with peanut butter!

Here are some links to recipes that use honey to sweeten and flavor all kinds of food.

https://honey.com/recipes

 https://www.foodnetwork.com/topics/honey

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/honey-recipes

https://www.cookinglight.com/food/recipe-finder/honey-recipes

https://www.southernliving.com/food/kitchen-assistant/honey-recipes

https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g36663074/honey-recipes/