Question about honey.?

Question

I have had some stomach trouble lately and I cannot determine the cause. Could it be honey? I have been using that as a sweetner for tea, bagels, etc. My symptoms include heartburn, nausia, etc. I know mylanta will help, but I'm looking for the root problem. Thanks

Answer 1

Modern medicine is only just learning of this fact. Traditional uses of honey have included honey mixed with lemon for sore throats. Honey coats the throat and reduces throat irritation. Research has already shown that honey blocks the growth of oral bacteria. Honey has also been used for stomach pains and problems. Modern research shows that honey is effective when used in the treatment of gastric or peptic stomach ulcers. Research has also revealed that honey is effective in the treatment of various wounds and infections because of its antimicrobial (antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal) properties.


Researchers are not absolutely sure why honey heals but they are learning new things about honey everyday. We do know that honey contains a variety of sugars and minerals. Honey is also considered an antioxidant. This means it allows the blood to circulate better and provide more oxygen to areas of the body such as the brain. Honey can also be used externally to promote healing when applied to wounds, even postoperative wounds. Honey has also been effective in its use to treat burns. It has even been shown to be low in calories and useful as a sweetener for diabetics, people with heart disease or those overweight.


Although there is healing in honey for a variety of medical disorders, certain precautions should be taken. If you have any known allergies to specific plants, then you should make sure the honey you are using is not made from that plant. People with allergies to bee stings should be careful when using other bee-related broducts such as propolis or royal jelly. If these precautions are followed, then honey may provide healing for you.

Answer 2

It is highly unlikely that honey is the cause of your troubles. Honey is used in many countries as a natural digestive aid. It heals ulcers, relieves gas, neutralizes acidity, and aids in digestion. I take honey and ginger for stomach upset, irritable bowel syndrome, and reflux.

Additionally, honey is a natural antioxidant and local honey helps prevent seasonal allergies. Honey does not promote tooth decay and helps wounds heal. You should include 4 tablespoons of honey in your diet daily for overall good health.

I should mention one other point to correct the previous poster's ignorance. Never feed honey to a child under one year of age. Honey sometimes contains Clostridium botulinum spores. Although they’re inactive in the honey itself, once inside a digestive tract they can multiply and cause a potentially fatal disease of the nervous system called infant botulism. By the time of a child’s first birthday, there are usually enough beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract to make it an inhospitable environment for Clostridium botulinum, meaning that honey can be eaten safely. It isn't because honey is "dirty".
Peanuts are not dirty and should not be fed to children until age 2 incase of allergy.

Answer 3

if its only with honey. then you may be allergic. try other sweetners and see if you experince the same results. Perhaps you are eating some old honey or honey with some perervatives that do not make you feel good... Or is it Organic honey or honey still from the honeycomb?
Maybe its not the honey at all.

Answer 4

Could be, I have an intolerance to products with honey in (even though it is banded around it is really good for you). Try not using it for 2 weeks and if the problems clear up then it will be honey.

Answer 5

yes, honey could be the problem. I had the same symptoms..and it turned out I couldnt digest a sugar found in honey. I now avoid it.

Answer 6

that means it is old honey shouldnt taste bitter

Answer 7

yes honey is actually one of the dirtiest things out there thats why they say not to give it to child under 1 because of the bacteria in it and stuff and they say not to use it alot so yes i would say that is the problem.

Answer 8

It might not be the honey but sugary sweet itself.

Answer 9

stop using it for a time and see what happens