Benefits of Unpasteurized Honey
If you are not familiar with raw honey, then the term unpasteurized honey may seem new and strange. When we say something is raw, most people think of a dish that is prepared and cooked before consumed, such as eggs or meat. But when you eat foods like bananas or raw apples, for instance, you don’t find it odd to consume them uncooked. Just like milk is pasteurized (heated) without altering its contents, so can raw honey.
1. Anti-Viral and Anti-Bacterial
For starters, you should put in mind that the health perks of unpasteurized honey depend on the type of honey with regards to quality. Unprocessed honey, for instance contains significant amount of plant resins. Honey bees use resin to seal their hive in order to keep it safe from micro-organisms such as bacteria.
2. Good for respiratory conditions
Is the dry cough keeping you wake? Well, research shows that unpasteurized honey can help treat respiratory tract infection as well as night-time coughing. A dose of unpasteurized honey is a great alternative to medication when it comes to providing relief of sleeping difficulty and nocturnal cough. It is however advisable to consult a doctor before you take unpasteurized honey if you have an existing health condition.
3. Antioxidants
We all know that antioxidants play an essential role in our nutrition, as they help destroy free radicals responsible for cell damage as well as increased risk to disease and infections. With that said, take raw honey regularly for cell health.
4. Skin benefit
Want to keep premature aging at bay? Well, taking unpasteurized honey has proven effective in keeping your skin healthy and glowing, by eliminating unsightly facial features like acne and whiteheads. Raw honey should however not replace a visit to the doctor.
Possible adverse effects due to excessive consumption include constipation, trouble breathing and weak muscles.
