Health Benefits of Honey

Honey is a syrupy liquid that honeybees make from plant nectar. Loved worldwide for its sweetness and depth of flavor, it’s used in many foods and recipes. The smell, color, and taste of honey vary based on the type of flowers it’s made from, so there are countless varieties available. Honey has a number of potential health benefits and plays a role in many home remedies and alternative medicine treatments.

Unique health benefits of honey

• Contains a variety of nutrients
• Rich in antioxidants
• Better for blood sugar levels than regular sugar
• May improve heart health
• Promotes burn and wound healing
• May help suppress coughing in children
• Easy to add to your diet

One tablespoon (20 grams) of honey contains:

Calories	: 61
Fat	: 0 grams
Protein	: 0 grams
Carbs	: 17 grams
Fiber	: 0 grams
Riboflavin	: 1% of the Daily Value (DV)
Copper	: 1% of the DV