Honey has been a powerful ally of human health for thousands of years. Its sweet taste and soft consistency are unmistakable, but we often forget that honey has always been appreciated for its enormous anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities.
These qualities and the many elements that compose it make it a spectacular food to counteract gastric reflux and heartburn naturally.
There are seven ways to use honey to “put out the fires” that poor diet and poor digestion can cause. Keep reading!
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Always an ally of man
Honey has been one of the greatest allies of human health for thousands of years. It has always been known and appreciated for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities. Indeed, honey contains many minerals, vitamins A, C, and B, proteins, enzymes, trace elements, and polyphenols.
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The benefits of honey
The World Health Organization recognizes honey as essential in treating laryngitis and sore throat by its soothing properties. It also counteracts skin aging, restoring energy and vitality. The same goes for hair. It is also generally recommended as a natural sweetener for drinks or to accompany rusks and biscuits for breakfast. However, exaggerating is never a good idea, which also applies to honey...
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How much honey a day?
The World Health Organization reminds us that honey also contains sugars; therefore, limiting its consumption is good.
The correct amount is estimated at two tablespoons per day for women and three tablespoons for men.
Now let's see how to make honey a powerful natural pain reliever.
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Pure honey
Pure honey itself is an excellent analgesic. Consume a teaspoon 20 minutes before meals to prevent the effects of gastric reflux.
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Honey + Green tea
Green tea is a superfood with countless health benefits. Among these is also the fact that it is a precious ally for digestion.
Add a spoonful of honey to a cup of green tea whenever you have a little stomach acid for instant relief.
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Honey + Lemon
Lemon helps counteract the acids that can cause acidity in the stomach.
Every morning start your day with a glass of water at room temperature, to which add two teaspoons of squeezed lemon and one teaspoon of honey.
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Honey + Cinnamon
Cinnamon is precious because it favors the production of enzymes functional to digestion.
Here's how to combine it with honey to create a daily analgesic.
Boil 2 cups of water and add a teaspoon of cinnamon. Leave to cool, and add a spoonful of honey.
Honey + Ginger
The antibacterial qualities of ginger are well known.
Use it with honey as you would with cinnamon: boil water for 2 cups and add a teaspoon of grated ginger. Leave to cool, and add a spoonful of honey.
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Honey + Yogurt
Yogurt, especially Greek yogurt, helps maintain a proper balance of stomach bacteria.
Add a teaspoon of honey to yogurt after meals to enjoy great benefits.
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Honey + Bicarbonate
Among its many virtues, bicarbonate also has the advantage of being a natural antacid.
Combine a teaspoon of bicarbonate and one of honey in a glass of hot water to obtain a very effective analgesic.
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