Physicians in ancient Rome used honey to help their patients fall asleep. Hippocrates, the Greek physician, praised honey's healing powers and formulated many honey-based cures for ailments like skin disorders, ulcers and sores. The ancient Egyptians used honey to treat cataracts, open wounds, cuts and burns. In World War 1, German doctors used honey mixed with cod liver oil to surgically dress soldier's wounds sustained in battle. For years, opera singers have used honey to boost their energy and soothe their throats before performances.
Honey contains antioxidants and a wide array of vitamins, minerals and amino acids .
It also can be used as an antimicrobial and as a source of energy. Information listed above provided by The National Honey Board. Raw honey contains a rich supply of live enzymes which are required for the proper functioning of all body systems. Like royal jelly, bee pollen and propolis, some substances in honey cannot be identified, hence they cannot be chemically reproduced. Lost Prairie Rd.