Saturday, August 1, 2009

Honey

Honey is used all over the world for many ailments. The darker the honey, the wider the variety of flowers used in the creation. Here is a short list of uses:

Antibiotic - taken internally it is a natural antibiotic boosting your immune system
Antibiotic - put on cuts and scrapes, it helps heal much faster with less scarring
Cough Suppressant - hot tea with a t. of honey and a t. of lemon is a natural cough suppressant
Sleep Aid - honey has been known, if taken 30 minute before bed to help relax and ease into sleep.
Anticeptic - put on burns it naturally soothes as it aids in healing
Facial Scrub - honey mixed with ground almonds is a wonderful facial scrub
Acne - honey helps heal acne
Dry skin - it is a great lotion for dry patches of skin. Mix 1 teaspoon of honey with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and a 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply to hands, elbows, heels of your foot, etc., and wash off after 15 minutes. Fast relieving.
Digestive - For stomach ulcers, gastritis, dyspepsia, etc, 1-2 teaspoons on an empty stomach (½ hour before meals), 1-4 times a day to assist in healing and provide pain relief.

Honey precaution with children under 18 months: http://www.benefits-of-honey.com/honey-and-infant.html

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