Manuka Honey and Lemon

Manuka honey comes from New Zealand and is the product of bees ingesting pollen from the manuka flower, which grows on the manuka tree. It is known as being used for burns, cuts, abrasions and diabetic ulcers. There is an anecdote about a woman who had three months of conventional treatment for a diabetic ulcer. She was told that the doctors would have to amputate her leg. She used manuka honey on the ulcer and it cleared up so she did not have to have the amputation.

Manuka honey is antibacterial, antiviral and is an antioxidant. Manuka honey can be used for everything from cracked heals to bedsores. It is said to be effective with scars and rashes. It has been used by the ancients for numerous ailments. Researchers discovered that the honey relieves inflammation and reduces pain. One recent study shows that manuka honey may prevent gingivitis and periodontal disease.

When manuka honey is teamed up with lemon, it has powerful effects. It is great for coughs, colds and sore throats. A tonic can be made with warm water, manuka honey, and fresh lemon juice which may help folks with obesity problems  The combination is also good for digestion problems. Lemon juice and honey are good for insect bites and can help respiratory problems that come with winter colds and coughs. Cosmetically it can be used to make a skin mask made up of half honey and half lemon . There are a number of lemon teas available that can be taken with a teaspoon of manuka honey in them.

There are several side effects to watch out for. These include allergy in people who are allergic to bees. It raises blood sugar, and interacts with chemotherapy drugs. Manuka honey should not be given to babies under 1 year of age because it may have botulism spores in it that will harm the baby.

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Valerie Lull
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