Medical research has shown its effectiveness as an anti-microbial agent that may help prevent infections caused by bacteria. Since honey contains pollen, a University of Connecticut study will see if eating local honey can relieve allergy symptoms. Darker honeys may have anti-oxidant properties, and a University of Illinois study is looking for implications in thwarting disease and aging. A new study at the Exercise and Sports Nutrition Laboratory at the University of Memphis will measure the value of honey during exercise on the performance of athletes. Athletes are becoming more interested in gel-based foods to enhance performance.
Honey is a naturally occurring combination of various sugars and anti-oxidants in a gel form.
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