HONEY FOR IMMUNITY
Strengthening
immunity is not something that should only be addressed during the winter. Each
season has a different effect on the body, so you must constantly work on your
immune system.
Follow the
tips, change habits, change your diet. As one of the most important changes, do
not forget the intake of completely natural and healthy foods - honey.
Pure and
unprocessed honey is nature's most valuable treasure and has been used in
medicine for centuries.
In addition to
being very tasty and long-lasting, it is also a healthier substitute for white
sugar and artificial sweeteners.
It is effective
in combating coughs, accelerates wound healing and improves skin and hair
quality.
Also, raw honey
contains probiotics that boost your immune system.
How does honey boost immunity?
Earlier
research has shown that this ability of honey comes from the flower nectar
contained in its contents. Along with this, the presence of the probiotic
bacterium Lactobacillus kunkeei was also detected.
Experts have
released this bacterium to act on cells through experiments. As a result, the
cells were found to have improved resistance to external influences thanks to
this bacterium.
The number of
white and red blood cells have increased dramatically, and it is these that
fight the harmful effects of various viruses and bacteria on the body.
Choose raw honey for strong immunity
The raw honey
is extracted directly from the honeycomb, cleaned of impurities and contains
pollen and propolis. It is neither filtered nor pasteurized. There are no
artificial accessories. It is characterized by high density.
Industrial
honey, on the other hand, undergoes a chemical process that destroys the most
important elements in its composition. Thus, the natural enzymes, vitamins, and
minerals that are important for maintaining immunity disappear. Filtration
removes pollen and propolis.
Eventually, a
rare syrup-like mass is obtained. It is pasteurized and additives are often
added.
So be careful
where you get honey for yourself.
Instead of
looking for shelves, look for an experienced beekeeper and a trusted person to
buy honey for your family.
Nutritional values of honey
Honey is great
for immunity, it is one of the purest natural foods and much more than an
artificial sweetener.
It is a
functional food, which means it has a positive effect on human health. The
composition is pretty impressive.
Raw honey
contains 22 amino acids, 27 minerals, and 5,000 enzymes.
Minerals
include iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, and selenium. The vitamins found in
honey are B6, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin.
All this helps
in the early detection of free radicals and their rapid ejection from the body.
One tablespoon
of honey contains 64kcal., 17.3g of sugar and 0g of fat, volcanic and protein.
The physical
composition and hue depending on the flora used by the bees to create honey,
but also the presence of water.
18% of real raw
honey is water, but this percentage may be lower.
The less water
there is in honey, the better it is.
How much honey to consume on a daily basis?
Ideally, you
can take up to 10 teaspoons of honey a day. Look to spread it evenly throughout
the day, taking it in its pure form, as a sweetener or as part of a medicinal
mixture.
For children,
do not administer honey to a child under one year of age to avoid the formation
of a deadly toxin in the digestive tract.
Children over
one year of age is free to use it as adults.
Proper
consumption of honey
It is best to
take honey in the morning before breakfast. After that, you should not eat or
drink anything for 20 minutes. When you consume honey this way, it is most
effective.
One tablespoon
of honey is taken and kept in the mouth until melted. Use a wooden or plastic
spoon.
It can be
dissolved in a hot beverage such as tea or milk and also mixed with other
healthy foods.
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