The Surprising Health Benefits of Honey
Nothing’s more annoying than a summer cold, but have you heard the buzz? Recent studies have shown that eating honey creates a protective barrier in your throat that may prevent infections. (Honey also has antimicrobial properties.) Boost your immune system and kick your cough with these sweet picks.
Next time you feel a twinge of a sore throat, open wide for a few spritzes of
Beekeeper’s Naturals Propolis Throat Spray
. Propolis is a germ-fighting supplement with more than 300 vitamins, minerals, and compounds that work to fight off an oncoming illness.
Let
Zarbee’s Naturals 99% Honey Cough Soothers
relieve irritation. The lozenges are made with only two ingredients: honey and a natural flavoring (cherry, lemon, or mint). Be sure to keep them up and away from your kids.
Manuka honey (produced by bees that feed on manuka bushes in New Zealand) is a true superfood.
Wedderspoon Manuka Honey Plus Immunity
is a mix of manuka honey, elderberry, and watermelon that’s rich in vitamin C and fiber. Try it as a quick snack, drizzle it on toast, or stir it into oatmeal.
