Lately I have been fascinated with honey, often called liquid gold. And while there are Lots of ways and reasons to use honey, for your hacks today I’m going keep it simple.
So here are some anti-aging honey hacks:
1. Did you know that honey is a natural sleep aid? A spoonful before bed and you’ll sleep like a baby.
2. This might sound a bit weird to you – as it did to me. But researchers are finding that honey drops treat blepharitis, dry eyes, sore eyes and protect your vision. Some studies used Manuka honey while others didn’t specify the type of honey, other than raw. To make your own eye drops take a sterilized two-ounce amber bottle (you can get from The Vitamin Shoppe) with a dropper and add 8 parts distilled water to 1 part honey. Shake well and make sure it’s completely mixed before using. If you feel it’s not mixed enough, or are worried, close the top tight and run under warm water for a few minutes and shake again. Make sure it’s not too hot before using. Apply one drop to each eye and use as needed. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you want to make a stronger version you can do a ratio of 1:5 = honey: distilled water. (for further reading and studies you can Google my references below).
3. Researchers found that a mixture of equal parts honey, olive oil, and beeswax was effective for treatment of psoriasis, eczema, hemorrhoids, diaper dermatitis and skin fungal infections. It significantly reduced pain, bleeding and itching without any side-effects. The same concoction also inhibits the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans.
4. Spread some honey on your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes for a moisturizing mask. Rinse and pat dry. So easy.
5. Fade scars with a mixture of equal parts honey and coconut oil. Massage into the area. Apply daily.
6. In fact, if you have a pimple, apply honey before bed and watch the redness disappear. And it heals just as fast as harmful and harsh acne cream.
7. Honey has antibacterial properties and has been used to heal skin ulcers. It also speeds healing and relieves pain from burns and cuts. Apply honey to affected area and dress with a bandage.
And if you love honey like I do, you might want to try this all-natural moisturizer by Bee Friendly. It has all-organic ingredients and is made from honey and beeswax. And it’s so emollient. Click here to check it out.
Whether you are just sweetening your tea with honey, or using it therapeutically, the most important thing to remember is to make sure your honey is pure, raw and organic. Otherwise you will be absorbing and ingesting pesticides. Oh and don’t refrigerate.
For a healthier you!
Sandy DeRose
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Craig JP., Et. al. Randomised masked trial of the clinical safety and tolerability of MGO Manuka Honey eye cream for the management of blepharitis. BMJ Open Ophthalmol. 2017.
Uwaydat S., Et. al. The use of topical honey in the treatment of corneal abrasions and endotoxin-induced keratitis in an animal model. Curr Eye Res. 2011.
Nathaniel Altman. The Honey Prescription: The Amazing Power of Honey as Medicine. 2010.
Nirankar Agarwal. Eye & Vision Care: Care Relief Repair. 2016.
Wong D., Et. al. Treatment of contact lens related dry eye with antibacterial honey. Cont Lens Anterior Eye. 2017.
Al-Waili NS. Mixture of honey, beeswax and olive oil inhibits growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. Arch Med Res. 2005.
Al-Waili NS., Et. al. The safety and efficacy of a mixture of honey, olive oil, and beeswax for the management of hemorrhoids and anal fissure: a pilot study. Scientific World Journal. 2006.
Sarkar R., Et. al. Repositioning honey incorporated electrospun nanofiber membranes to provide anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory microenvironment for wound regeneration. J Mater Sci Mater Med. March 2018.
Surahio AR., Et. al. Role of honey in wound dressing in diabetic foot ulcer. J Ayub Med Coll Abbottabad. July 2014.
El-Kased RF., Et. al. Honey-based hydrogel: In vitro and comparative In vivo evaluation for burn wound healing. Sci Rep. 2017.
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Al-Waili NS., Et. al. The safety and efficacy of a mixture of honey, olive oil, and beeswax for the management of hemorrhoids and anal fissure: a pilot study. Scientific World Journal. 2006.
