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In the daily life of our people, honey has always been regarded as a good thing for health preservation.
Especially the elderly in the family, they always say that honey is a universal good thing, it can fight cancer, relieve hangover, and make people's skin better, as if there is nothing that a spoonful of honey can't solve.
I remember when I was a child, every morning, my grandmother would always make me a cup of sweet honey water, saying that it would make me feel great, reduce illness, and even make me taller.
As I grew older, I began to be exposed to more information, and I had some questions about these traditional health concepts. Is honey really as amazing as grandma said? Can it really have so many "health" effects?
Later, I accidentally saw a scientific research report on honey, which mentioned that many health claims about honey are actually not reliable.
Most of the anti-cancer, hangover and other effects have no scientific basis, and the real effect of honey is in these five aspects.
1. Honey cannot fight cancer
Honey is a thing that everyone should be familiar with, it is the sweet water that bees pick from the flowers and process it in the hive. Our ancestors have long used it for cooking and medicine.
The color and taste of honey depends on what kind of flower nectar it is, but no matter what, it is delicious and nutritious, and there are many good things in it, such as glucose, fructose, and vitamins and minerals.
In recent years, some businesses and media have overtalked the benefits of honey, especially that it can fight cancer, and that the antioxidants, enzymes and other chemicals in honey can destroy cancer cells and prevent or treat cancer. This statement has been widely spread on the Internet and in the circle of friends, and many people believe it to be true.
But in fact, there is not enough scientific evidence to prove that honey really fights cancer.
Although honey does have some health benefits, such as polyphenols and flavonoids, which are also found in other foods, there is really no reliable scientific basis for saying that honey can directly fight cancer.
In the laboratory, scientists did find that some of the things in honey, in test tubes or animals, have a certain suppressive effect on cancer cells. But that's not far from saying that it can cure cancer.
Because the conditions in the laboratory are completely different from what we usually eat honey, and the dosage used in the experiment is much more than what we usually eat. And the results of the laboratory have to go through clinical trials before we can really know whether they are useful to people.
Besides, cancer is a complicated disease, and whether you get cancer or not is related to many factors, such as genetics, lifestyle habits, and the surrounding environment. At present, the treatment of cancer mainly depends on surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, which have been scientifically verified and have both effective and guaranteed effects.
Therefore, we can't use honey as an anti-cancer medicine, honey is a good food, and eating it in moderation is good for health, but it cannot replace the medicine prescribed by doctors.
For people with cancer, it is important to listen to the doctor and receive regular treatment. Of course, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as eating well, exercising moderately, not smoking and drinking less alcohol, is very important to prevent cancer.
Second, the hangover effect is limited
Regarding the saying that honey hangover, I believe many friends have heard or even tried it themselves. Some people feel that after drinking, a glass of honey water feels really comfortable, and they are not so dizzy.
This is mainly due to the fact that honey contains an ingredient called fructose, which has the effect of promoting alcohol metabolism. However, the truth is: the effect of honey hangover is not as magical as everyone thinks, and it can be said to be quite limited.
We have to figure out how fructose "hangovers", but in fact, it can't directly break down alcohol. The so-called "hangover" effect of fructose is actually achieved by increasing the metabolic efficiency of our liver.
The liver, the body's main organ that processes alcohol, secretes a substance called alcohol dehydrogenase, which converts alcohol to acetaldehyde. Acetaldehyde is then further converted into harmless acetic acid under the action of acetaldehyde dehydrogenase, which is finally excreted from the body. This process is the metabolism of alcohol in the body.
Fructose stimulates the liver to produce more alcohol dehydrogenase and aldehyde dehydrogenase, allowing it to process alcohol slightly faster. In this way, the alcohol stays in the body for a relatively short period of time, and the symptoms of drunkenness may be relieved.
But please note that this is "possible" and "slightly", because the improvement of fructose on the liver's metabolic ability is very limited, and it is impossible for you to instantly go from a drunken state to a sober state.
Everyone's ability to metabolize alcohol is different, which determines that the effect of honey hangover will be very different in different people.
Some people are born with a strong liver function and fast alcohol metabolism, even if they don't drink honey, they can recover faster after drinking. On the contrary, if a person's liver function is weak and alcohol metabolism is slow, even if he drinks more honey, I am afraid it will be difficult to have obvious effects.
Coupled with the influence of individual physique, age, health status and other factors, the actual effect of honey hangover is even more difficult to predict.
Honey hangover is only an adjunct in the end, and its effect is very limited. You can't hold the mentality of "after drinking, everything will be fine with a glass of honey water".
The real antidote to hangover is always "drink in moderation and rest after drinking". Moderate drinking means trying to control the amount of alcohol you drink, avoid a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, and reduce the burden on the liver. Resting after drinking is to give the liver enough time to process the alcohol slowly, and at the same time ensure enough sleep to allow the body to recover.
In this way, the harm of drunkenness to the body can be minimized, rather than relying solely on drinking honey water to relieve hangover.
3. The real role of honey
1. Moisten the lungs and relieve cough
Moisten the lungs and relieve coughs, honey can really help. Many people are prone to coughing and uncomfortable throats when the indoor air is dry in winter when the season changes, or when the indoor air is dry in winter. At this time, some honey water or honey tea can relieve these symptoms.
Mixing honey with warm water is easy and convenient. Add a large spoonful of honey to a glass of warm water, stir well, and your throat will feel much more comfortable after drinking.
If you like to drink tea, you can also add some honey to the tea. However, be careful not to make the water too hot, otherwise it will destroy the nutrients in the honey and may have a strange taste.
Although honey can relieve coughs and dry throats, if you cough severely, or for a long time, you should still see a doctor.
2. Laxative
Fructose and glucose, which are contained in honey, can help intestinal peristalsis, and make digestion and bowel movements smoother. If you sometimes have constipation, that is, difficulty going to the toilet to poop, then eating some honey in moderation may help.
Because of the sugars in honey, they can stimulate the intestines and make the intestines move, so that the food in the intestines can be better digested and the stool can be expelled more smoothly.
However, it is important to note that although honey can help with laxatives, it is not a panacea.
If you are constipated often, you may need to adjust your diet to eat more fiber-rich foods such as vegetables and fruits, drink plenty of water, and stay active. If constipation is severe, it's important to see a doctor to see if there are other health issues that need to be addressed.
Honey can be used as an aid to help relieve constipation, but the main thing depends on healthy lifestyle habits and a proper diet.
3. Antibacterial anti-inflammatory
Honey has a certain antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, and has a certain relieving effect on minor skin inflammation, mouth ulcers and other problems. This is because there are some special ingredients in honey that can inhibit the growth of bacteria and reduce the risk of infection.
If the skin is a little inflamed and red, you can apply honey to the skin like a salve. The antibacterial effect of honey can help reduce skin inflammation and make the skin get better faster.
If you have mouth sores, you can't eat or talk. You can mix honey with water and use it to rinse your mouth. This allows the honey to come into direct contact with mouth sores and help reduce inflammation and pain. However, remember to use lukewarm water, too hot or too cold water may irritate the wound, but it is not good.
4. Beauty and beauty
Beauty is a great concern for many people, especially female friends, and honey has a lot of good things in it, such as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that can resist free radical damage.
These ingredients are especially beneficial for the skin, helping to keep it hydrated, increase elasticity, make the skin look younger, and slow down the rate of aging.
If you want to use honey for beauty, you can make a simple mask yourself. Mix honey with milk or pearl powder to make a homemade mask that is both economical and easy to use.
Applying it to the face not only replenishes nutrients to the skin, but also helps the skin absorb moisture better and keep it moisturized. It is recommended to use it once or twice a week, and if you stick to it, you will find that your skin condition has improved significantly, becoming smoother and more refined, and the whole person will look more energetic.
5. Energy supplementation
When it comes to energy supplementation, we can't fail to mention honey. It is particularly rich in carbohydrates and a little bit of protein.
When you feel tired, such as staying up late or doing some strenuous exercise, your body needs extra energy to recover.
At this time, you can make a glass of honey water, because the carbohydrates in honey can be quickly absorbed by the body and converted into energy, making you feel energetic again.
Although honey is a good thing, you can't eat too much. After all, it still contains a certain amount of sugar, and eating too much is not good for the body.
epilogue
Honey is indeed a good thing, it is a natural food, and it has many health benefits. But it is not a cure for all diseases. We have to have a correct understanding and don't listen to those claims that have no scientific basis.
When eating honey, you should also pay attention to the amount and don't eat too much. If you eat too much, you will consume too much sugar, which is not good for your health.
And some people, such as diabetics and people who are prone to allergies, it is best to ask a doctor before eating honey to see if they can eat it.