Honey as an Energy Booster

The benefits of honey go beyond its great taste. A great natural source of carbohydrates which provide strength and energy to our bodies, honey is known for its effectiveness in instantly boosting the performance, endurance and reduce muscle fatigue of athletes. Many honey blends or raw honeys such as our Heal Me Honey Bee Bread offer an even greater pick me up than the norm, packed with even more vitamins and nutrients straight from the hive.

The key player in boosting energy are the natural sugars that are found in honey. These sugars are cultivated from the raw nectar that is foraged by worker bees. They provide a key role in keeping blood sugar at a good level and revitalizing the body. The glucose in honey is absorbed by the body quickly and gives an immediate energy boost, while the fructose is absorbed more slowly providing sustained energy. It is known that honey has also been found to keep levels of blood sugar fairly constant compared to other types of sugar. So, to experience these health benefits of honey, here are a few tips for you:

1. Next time before you go for a workout, take a spoon of honey to enable you to go for the extra mile. A single teaspoon of raw honey has enough vitamins and natural 'oomph' to keep you going.
2. If you are feeling low and lethargic in the morning, instead of reaching out for a can of carbonated energy drink , try honey. Spread it on hot toast or replace the sugar in your tea with it for a refreshing surge of energy.
3. If your kids are finding hard to cope with the physical strain from the buzzing activities at school, prepare them a honey drink or perhaps some sandwiches with honey, butter and ham to make sure they have enough energy to sustain through the day. 

It's easy incorporating a little honey in your daily diet for a little energy boost, however, be sure to remember your moderation. It is always better to replace sugar with honey instead of stacking the two sweeteners into your diet.