The uses of honey in ayurvedic medicines dates back to almost 4000 years. Honey when blended together in herbal preparation, enhances the medicinal value. It is believed to improve eyesight, enhance weight loss and cure impotence. Honey also helps in treating urinary tract disorders, diarrhea, bronchial asthma and nausea.
In ancient times, athletes used to consume honey to enhance the endurance level, reduce muscle fatigue and instantly boost the performance. Honey is also known to help in recovery and maintaining glycogen levels.
Honey is also said to assist in treatment of disorders such as bacterial gastroenteritis and ulcers.
It is a rich source of flavonoids and antioxidants which help reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers.
The fusion of fructose and glucose in honey helps the body regulate blood sugar levels.
It possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties because of the presence of an enzyme that makes hydrogen peroxide.
Skin Benefits
Honey can do wonders for your skin. That’s the reason why you will find it in many skin-care products today. Honey acts as a great anti-aging agent and moisturizer. It is rich in natural antioxidants that have anti-microbial properties. They help protect your skin from harmful UV rays and facilitate the skin’s ability to rejuvenate. Honey also has the ability to absorb and retain moisture and this helps in keeping the skin well hydrated, fresh and supple. It is known that ancient women used honey and milk to keep the skin youthful, radiant and smooth. Here are some easy recipes of facial mask and exfoliators that you can try at home.
Honey Facial Packs
* Milk and Honey Face Pack
- 1 Tablespoon of Milk
- 1 Tablespoon of Honey
Mix these two into a smooth paste and apply on face and neck. While applying just rub the paste on your skin in circular motion. Wash of with water after 15 minutes
* Honey with almond and lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp. of finely ground almond
- ½-teaspoon lemon juice
Mix honey with finely ground almond and lemon juice.
Use this scrub gently and wait for 10 minutes. Then wash with lukewarm water. Use this once or twice a week.
* Honey with lemon
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
This is an excellent face pack that helps in drying existing acne, and fades blemishes without being too harsh on the skin. Honey moisturizes and stops new acne from forming.
First, clean your face, then apply the pack and let it sit for 20 minutes before you wash and moisturize.
* Honey and Oats face pack
- 1 Tablespoon of Honey
- 1 Tablespoon of oats
Apply a mixture of ground oats and honey and let it dry. Before washing, damp the skin and
exfoliate well without being harsh on your acne prone skin. This face pack doubles as a scrub too. Use this once or twice a week.
* Honey and Tomato
- 1 tablespoon of Honey
- 1/2 Tomato
Blend honey and tomato to make a thick paste.
Apply this paste on your skin for 15 minutes and wash off with warm water to achieve a glow. Tomato also helps you achieve clean skin.
* Milk Powder and Honey Face Pack
- 2 tablespoons of milk powder.
- 1/2 tablespoon of honey.
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
This is an effective tan removal face pack. Also, this acts as a natural cleanser.
Mix all the three ingredients together, apply it on the face and neck, leave for 30 minutes, and rinse off with cold water.
* Cinnamon and Honey Face Pack
- 2 tablespoons of honey.
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon powder (freshly ground).
Add in the honey to the cinnamon powder and use it as a spot treatment on acne and
acne scars. Leave it overnight and rinse it off in the morning.
It reduces the size of pimples and aids in acne scar healing.
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Wait for the results patiently and you'll be surprised on how it works magically on your skin.
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