The Healing Power of Honey

by Monet

Many people look to over-the-counter medications to ease minor ills. They use medications such as Tylenol, NyQuil and Neosporin because they’re convenient and they work fast. Also, these products are advertised so profusely that they lead us to believe they are the best treatment for whatever ails us. Unfortunately, many of these “quick fix” medications contain chemicals that may be toxic for the body and may do more harm than good.

Tylenol contains acetaminophen, which is a painkiller and which leads to kidney damage; NyQuil contains dextromethorphan HBR (DXM) which turns into dextrophan in the body. Dextrophan is five times more powerful than morphine.1 While Neosporin kills bacteria that can infect the skin, it also removes necessary bacteria. These bacteria are used to assist the skin in the healing process.

Honey is a great source for healing and has no side effects. And there’s no danger of “overdosing” on this sweet, natural treat. Not only is honey delicious, but it can be used for wounds, internal cleansing, and as an energy booster.

Wounds, such as minor cuts and burns, can be covered with honey, aiding them through the healing process. Honey contains antiseptic properties which inhibit the growth of [some] bacteria and keep external wounds clean and free from infection. This liquid gold aids minor burns as it absorbs moisture and promotes healing.
Honey also works as a natural detoxifier in the body. Honey is a nutritious food; it boosts the immune system by providing enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that the body needs to stay healthy, thereby strengthening the body’s defenses against disease. Honey [It is] also does wonders as a ‘sobering’ agent for a hangover.2

According to Siona, an energy healer, the best honey is raw honey. When heated, the most important elements of the honey are destroyed, and it loses much of its healing qualities. When this happens, the honey becomes no more than a sugary sweetener.

Instead of reaching for a caffeinated cup of coffee [when lethargy hits] in the morning, use honey.3 Replace sugar with honey in a warm (not hot) mug of green tea for a soothing and refreshing surge of energy. Honey should be the preferred treatment to over-the-counter medications; not only does it have a spiritual importance in history but also a very bright future in the medical field. This healing ‘sugar’ will one day make an unforgettable mark in history as an aid for faster recovery in cancer patients.

1 http://mylifemantra.wordpress.com/2007/10/24/nyquil-aka-narcotics/
2 http://www.organicfacts.net/organic-animal-products/organic-honey/health-benefits-of-honey.html
3 http://www.benefits-of-honey.com