Description

While the numerous health benefits of honey have made it an important element of traditional medicines such as Ayurveda treatments, scientists are also researching the-benefits of honey in relation to modern medicine, particularly in the healing of wounds.

Nutritional Value

Honey is a mixtureof sugars and other compounds. With respect to carbohydrates, honey is mainly fructose (about 38.5%) and glucose (about 31.0%) making it similar to the synthetically produced inverted sugar syrup, which is approximately 48%fructose, 47% glucose, and 5% sucrose. Honey's remaining carbohydrates include maltose, sucrose, and other complex carbohydrates.

Health Benefits

Honey has been usedfor centuries by athletes; it is even referred to in Greek and Roman mythology.Raw honey provides easily absorbed carbohydrates, natural glucose and fructose,as well as vitamins and minerals, each aiding in prolonged stamina. When consumed before, during or after exercise, honey increases performance and accelerates recovery similar to a sports drink.

Nutritional facts

In 100g

·        Calories                       304kcal

·        Cholesterol                  0mg

·        Sodium                        4mg

·        Protein                         0.3mg

·        Total Carbohydrate    82g

·        Iron                               2%

History

Honey has been used by countless cultures all around the world over the past 2,500 years.