Meghan Markle Sells Honey Best Selling, These Are 7 Benefits Felt By The Body

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JAKARTA - Meghan Markle is again stealing public attention with the launch of her latest brand, As Ever. One of the products that was immediately in the spotlight was the Limited-Edition Wildflower Honey with Honeycomb for 28 US dollars or around Rp463 thousand.

Reported by VOI from the UK Independent website on Sunday, April 6, this exclusive honey sold out just 5 minutes after its release on its official website. The product is sold in limited quantities and is designed with aesthetic packaging that highlights natural and elegant nuances.

Honey is not only delicious, but also has many benefits for the body. Here are 7 important benefits of honey that need to be known, as reported by the Health page.

1. Containing Antioxidants

Honey contains antioxidants that can help fight free radicals in the body. These free radicals can damage the body's cells and trigger various diseases, so antioxidants are important to maintain health.

2. Control Blood Sugar

Compared to regular sugar, honey has a lower glycemic index (GI), so it does not immediately increase blood sugar levels drastically. Honey can also help the body be more responsive to insulin, the hormone that regulates sugar levels in the blood. But still have to be consumed sufficiently, because honey also contains natural sugar, especially fructose.

3. Heart health

Honey can help lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood. If cholesterol is too high, it can clog blood vessels and trigger heart disease. Natural content in honey, such as vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatory compounds also helps keep blood vessels healthy.

4. Healing of wounds

Research shows honey can be used to cure wounds such as burns, scratches, and surgical scars. The antioxidant content and enzymes in it have antimicrobial properties that help the healing process.

5. Against Antibiotic Resistance

Honey can be a natural alternative to treat mild infections, such as coughs. Some studies show honey is more effective than regular cough medicines and can help reduce symptoms without causing resistance to antibiotics.

6. Relax Cough

Honey can help relieve coughs and make sleep better, especially in children. In some studies, honey has proven effective. Even better honey than cough medicine. However, honey should not be given to children under the age of 1, because it risks causing serious poisoning.

7. Digestive Health

Honey has prebiotic properties, meaning it can help the development of good bacteria in the intestines. These good bacteria are important for digestive processes and nutritional absorption. Honey can also help reduce symptoms such as diarrhea in people with intestinal irritation syndrome (IBS).