Honey & Health

Honeybees are the only insect to produce food that people consume.

The practice of honey collection and beekeeping dates back to the Stone Age, as evidenced by cave paintings.

Honey is a naturally fat-free energy source.

Honey is sweeter-tasting than most other sweeteners. Therefore, you may use less honey than other sweeteners in some recipes.

Healthline 10 Surprising Health Benefits of Honey

Honey Contains Some Nutrients

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section1

High-Quality Honey Is Rich in Antioxidants

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section2

Honey Is “Less Bad” Than Sugar for Diabetics

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section3

The Antioxidants in It Can Help Lower Blood Pressure

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section4

Honey Also Helps Improve Cholesterol

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section5

Honey Can Lower Triglycerides

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section6

The Antioxidants in It Are Linked to Other Beneficial Effects on Heart Health

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section7

Honey Promotes Burn and Wound Healing

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section8

Honey Can Help Suppress Coughs in Children

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section9

It’s Delicious, But Still High in Calories and Sugar

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section10