Honey and Health: A Review of Recent Clinical Research

Title	Honey and Health: A Review of Recent Clinical Research
Authors	Saeed Samarghandian, Tahereh Farkhondeh, Fariborz Samini
Magazine	Pharmacognosy Research
Date	04/01/2017
DOI	https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-8490.204647
Introduction	Honey, a natural product valued since ancient times, serves both as a nutritional source and a traditional medicine. It offers an alternative treatment for various clinical conditions, from wound healing to cancer management. This review highlights honey's diverse medicinal capabilities. Historically, honey has been applied for eye ailments, bronchial asthma, throat infections, tuberculosis, and as a supplement for numerous conditions including fatigue, hepatitis, and skin issues. Its components demonstrate antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, anticancer, and antimetastatic properties. Contemporary research supports honey's utility in managing wounds, diabetes mellitus, cancer, asthma, and cardiovascular, neurological, and gastrointestinal disorders. The therapeutic potential of honey stems from its phytochemical, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant characteristics, notably due to bioactive molecules like flavonoids and polyphenols. Scientific literature indicates honey's protective effects for diabetes, respiratory, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and nervous system conditions, including cancer, attributed to its rich antioxidant content. Consequently, honey stands as a valuable natural therapeutic agent, with substantial evidence advocating its use in disease management, meriting strong recommendation for clinical application.
Quote	Saeed Samarghandian, Tahereh Farkhondeh and Fariborz Samini. Honey and Health: A Review of Recent Clinical Research. Pharmacognosy Res. 2017. Vol. 9(2):121-127. DOI: 10.4103/0974-8490.204647
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Industry	Pharmaceutical Industry , Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics , Research & Laboratory