She says: “Honey is an important source of vitamins B and C and contains a good percentage of minerals: iron, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, magnesium, and zinc. It also contains flavonoids, organic acids and antioxidants. All of these substances positively affect the health of the body, improve blood flow in the capillaries, help lower blood pressure, positively affect the nervous system, and have a calming effect.”
The doctor points out that honey has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, so it is used to treat colds. It is also used to treat diseases of the digestive system, as it helps heal mucous membranes from infections and microscopic damage. It also helps the proliferation of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, and its components enhance the function of the immune system. In addition, it is used in cosmetics as a moisturizing and skin-improving substance, so it is included in the formulation of ointments for treating skin diseases.
According to him, however, diabetics should exclude it from their diet, as should people who suffer from allergies to honey and pollen. Those who suffer from overweight and obesity should also limit their intake.
The expert points out that honey contains a high percentage of fructose (33-42 percent) of its ingredients, while regular sugar is 100 percent sucrose, so honey is sweeter than it.
She says: “Honey is a high-carbohydrate product and very rich in calories, as 21 g of it (a tablespoon) contains 64 calories and about 17 g of sugar. “Since it is a source of simple carbohydrates, its frequent consumption can lead to weight gain and obesity, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.”
Source: “Izvestia” newspaper
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