What are the 7 Health Benefits of Raw Honey?

So why choose Raw Honey? Is it a good choice because of the flavour or are there also health benefits?

The simple answer is yes, as well as tasting amazing, raw honey has lots of health benefits.  We've listed the main 7 here:-

1. 1.   Sugar Alternative

Studies suggest honey is less harmful than regular sugar.  What better substitute than the best honey you can find, packed with great properties as well as flavour.

1. 2.   Antibacterial

Phytonutrients found in raw honey provide antibacterial and antifungal properties.  This is thought to be the reason raw honey has shown immune-boosting benefits.

1. 3.   Antioxidant

Honey is naturally high in antioxidants.  Research suggest these play a role in the body’s natural defenses and can reduce heart attacks and stroke.

1. 4.   Cholesterol Reducing

Studies show a good quality raw honey can help to increase ‘good’ cholesterol.  The majority of our honeys are organic, carefully cold extracted and never heated above the temperature of the beehive.

1. 5.   Prebiotic

Unless its pasteurized counterpart, raw honey is a powerful prebiotic.  It contains living microorganisms that can increase and drive the growth of good bacteria in your gut and, as we all know, a happy gut makes a happy mind – and immune system!

1. 6.   Lowers Blood Pressure

Studies link antioxidants present in honey to a reduction in oxidative stress, therefore lowering blood pressure.

1. 7.   Soothing for Sore Throats

Perfect relief for a sore throat.  Mix with warm water, ginger, turmeric and Apple Cider Vinegar for a deliciously relieving and reviving cuppa.

If you are looking to buy a high quality honey then you need to ensure it is raw, unpasteurised and coarse filtered.  You can rest assured that all of our honey meet this criteria.  And if you are interested in viewing our full range then look no further.