Know how to consume and when to avoid

The benefits of honey in food are varied! This is the natural option that allows Replacement of artificial sweeteners The unique taste offered by our dear bees is guaranteed. According to nutritionist Daniel Pima, the benefits of honey go further: it is rich in vitamins and minerals, increases the body’s defense cells, and also fights bacteria and fungi.

Whether to sweeten your tea or make delicious honey bread, this ingredient cannot be missed! So when used in a balanced manner, it is excellent for the prevention of some diseases! In addition to increasing defensive cells, honey also has great benefits Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial potential.

What is the correct way to consume honey?

“A tablespoon of honey a day is the recommended amount. I even suggest taking this honey at night, if the patient has any complaints of throat irritation or coughing. The saliva produced acts on the mucous membrane of the throat, providing protection,” says Danielle.

In any case, in addition to the recommendation of a nutritionist, honey can also be included in recipes! For example, in banana muffin, oatmeal and honey, in honey bread with white chocolate and even in honey pavé.

Should honey be removed from the diet?

is not necessary. The only caution with this food is about quantity. That is, the benefits of honey are many, but it is important to monitor calories if you are on a restricted diet, so as not to overeat. Also remember that honey should not be heated, since nutritional capacity is lost when it exceeds 40 ° C.

Have you seen how honey also has many benefits in food besides delicious?

source: Danielle Pema is a registered dietitian and member of the Brazilian Society of Functional Nutrition (IBNF).

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