The Benefits of Honey

  Honey has been around for thousands of years and has been used in almost every culture around the world.  Many people use it to sweeten food and beverages, but did you know honey is one of the top superfoods used to treat countless health conditions and boost overall health?  Honey contains 18 amino acids, and it has antioxidant and antibacterial properties that help fend off harmful pathogens.  It can also be used to treat a wide-range of aliments such as healing wounds and burns, athlete’s foot, sore throats and even a hangover.  Local honey taken for two months before allergy season can actually lessen allergies, by helping your body grow accustomed to the pollen and immunizing your body against them.