Which honey is the most useful — 7 best varieties

Honey is a natural product that has been used for human food for several millennia.

The high content of nutrients (mainly antioxidants and plant compounds) determines The health benefits of honey .

However, different types of honey have individual characteristics and can affect the body in different ways.

7 most useful types 

Below we will look at the 7 most useful varieties of honey (with proven effectiveness).

1. Buckwheat

How claim scientists, the darker the honey variety, the more antioxidants it contains. It is the buckwheat species that has the darkest color and is distinguished by an abundance of antioxidant substances in the composition.

It is highly effective in the prevention of malignant tumors of any localization and chronic diseases, the development of which is associated with the effects of free radicals.

Buckwheat honey can be used to prevent pathologies such as hypertension, type II diabetes mellitus, Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration, etc.

The effectiveness of this particular variety is emphasized in order to alleviate inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and upper digestive system (gastritis, duodenitis, peptic ulcer).

2. Mixed floral honey

Flower honey is incredibly beneficial for the heart and blood vessels.

It normalizes the lipid profile and increases the stability of the endothelium of the arteries, which allows you to effectively combat the formation of atherosclerotic plaques and the development of abnormalities such as coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction and strokes.

Research by Iranian specialists demonstrate high efficacy of the product against streptococci and some other pathogenic bacterial strains. It is used to prevent caries, gingivitis and plaque formation.

Flower honey is also able to accelerate the healing of wounds and burns, prevent the development of tumors of the neck and head.

3. Acacia

Acacia Honey, according to information scientists, has powerful antioxidant activity and strengthens the immune system .

Individual studies highlight the effectiveness of the product in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

According to Iranian experts, acacia honey speeds up healing of any wounds and burns, especially trophic ulcers in the course of diabetes mellitus.

The beekeeping product has a tonic and restorative effect; helps protect the body from colds and other respiratory tract infections in the autumn-spring period, quickly get rid of cough and sore throat.

4. Fake

Specialists from Denmark claim that lime honey contains a lot of antioxidants, which not only reduce the likelihood of malignant tumors, but also have a pronounced antibacterial effect.

The valuable properties of the product are especially important in the course of infectious and inflammatory diseases. It not only facilitates the general condition, but also enhances the effectiveness of antimicrobial drugs.

In folk medicine it is used for bronchial asthma, sore throat, bronchitis, laryngitis, as well as diseases of the urinary system.

5. Donnikov

Egyptian scientists recommend Take sweet clover honey as a healthy alternative to sugar and various sweet foods and baked goods. It is rich in organic acids that normalize metabolism and improve the trophism of all body tissues.

Donnik has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, can be used to relieve autoimmune and inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system (rheumatoid arthritis, gout).

6. Tasman

Tasman is one of the most expensive and rare varieties of honey and stands out for its significant biological potential.

Honey tasman like claim scientists, inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms at the level of the entire body, and is comparable in action to the antibacterial drug chloramphenicol.

In folk medicine, it is used to enhance potency in men and maintain reproductive health in women, in order to normalize the work of the glands of internal and external secretion (liver, pancreas, testicles and thyroid).

7. Chestnut

According to Korean experts, this type of honey contains a number of plant substances, reducing the "viscosity" of blood and blocking the mechanisms of atherosclerotic plaque formation.

Scientists from Portugal discovered the ability of chestnut honey to enhance the work of phagocytes of the human immune system against a number of extremely dangerous bacteria (for example, Pseudomonas aeruginosa).

Chestnut honey also increases protective capabilities, increasing resistance to any pathogenic environmental factors, improves physical endurance and mental performance .

Other types of honey

Let's look at some more useful varieties of honey:

1. Raspberry. Is used for the treatment of acute respiratory viral infections of any etiology, prevention of inflammatory kidney diseases and general strengthening of the body.
2. Melissa. Effective for therapeutic purposes neuroses , depressive disorders and hypertension.
3. Dandelion. Is used to treat anemia and enhance immunity (in severe somatic or infectious pathologies).
4. Field. Combines the properties of many herbs (lavender, budyaka, zebre, phacelia, etc.). Eliminates any sleep disorders, relieves headaches and normalizes the rhythm of the heart, preventing the appearance of arrhythmias.
5. Pustyrnikovy. Effective in cardiovascular diseases (coronary heart disease, hypertension).

Admission Tips

A rational approach to taking any kind of honey will allow you to unlock the full biological potential. Below are a number of recommendations that will allow you to get only benefits from the product:

1. Daily allowance. It is permissible to consume up to 50-100 ml of honey per day. Excessive intake can lead to obesity or an increase in blood sugar levels (which is especially dangerous in diabetes mellitus).
2. Intake time. Honey is preferably eaten in the morning or afternoon. Fasting is recommended only in conjunction with other foods (porridge, water). It is better to refuse taking it at night because of the abundance of sugars, which can cause severe stress on the stomach and disrupt sleep.
3. The supply temperature. Honey should not be heated above 60 degrees, because at this temperature it loses its properties.
4. How to store. It is recommended to store the beekeeping product only in sealed containers in a dark, cool place (from 10 to 20 degrees).

Conclusion

1. There are several hundred varieties of honey in the world.
2. Each variety accumulates the properties of plants that have been pollinated by bees, and is useful in its own way.
3. It is recommended to select honey based on the goals pursued and the presence of certain infectious or somatic diseases, as well as carefully approach the specifics of the use and storage of the product.