Some ways to use raw honey to boost immunity
Warm honey water: Mix a spoonful of raw honey in a cup of warm water and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach to kick-start your metabolism, boost your energy and detoxify your body.
Honey Lemon Tea: To make this drink, mix raw honey with lemon juice in warm water. This tea provides vitamin C and antioxidants, which help boost the immune system and soothe a sore throat.
Honey with Ginger: Add raw honey to a cup of ginger tea and you have a delicious drink with many health benefits. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and when combined with honey this drink can help fight infections, reduce inflammation and soothe cold symptoms.
Honey with cinnamon: Mix raw honey with cinnamon powder and have it in the morning, both honey and cinnamon have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help prevent infections during winter.
Honey and Turmeric Powder: To prevent cold, cough and inflammation in your body, mix raw honey with turmeric powder to get a smooth mixture.
Side effects of raw honey
Using raw honey can cause some people to be allergic to pollen, bee venom, or other ingredients mixed in with the honey.
Raw honey is high in sugar and calories, so consuming too much can lead to weight gain.
Raw honey should not be given to children under one year of age as it may cause allergies.
Although it has a lower glycemic index than refined sugar, raw honey can still affect blood sugar levels, so people with diabetes or insulin resistance should use it with caution.
