10 Reasons Why Honey Is The Best Food Ever

Let's disregard the fact that it's insanely delicious, honey is actually like a super-food!

1. It's basically good sugar!

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To start, sugar contains no vitamins, while honey contains Vitamin C, Protein, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium, along with Niacin, Folate, Pantothenic Acid, Choline, and a whole bunch of other fun stuff. Big words make everything more impressive!

2. It never expires!

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This is in terms of pure honey. While the appearance and flavor of your honey will change over long periods of time, as long as you store it properly, it will never actually "spoil", meaning that you can enjoy its sweet goodness for as long as you want!

3. Honey can satisfy your craving for sweets.

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Ever had one of those moments when you just have to have something sweet, but don't want all of the guilt? Why not try just a tablespoon of straight honey? At only 64 calories, and containing only natural sugars, this definitely beats out that slice of cake sitting in your fridge.

4. There's a little something for everyone.

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Ever heard of avocado honey? It might just have the deep, rich flavor you're looking for! Or what about buckwheat honey? This is high in antioxidants and perfect for someone with a cough or upper respiratory infection. There are tons of varieties to choose from!

5. It's kind of magical...

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Studies have reported people with burns and infections, such as staph infection, actually healing faster by applying honey to the wounded area as opposed to taking antibiotics. Of course, this is in specific cases, but this is clearly proof that we need to start studying sorcery.

6. ...And it really can help you when you're sick!

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The secret is finding the right type! Honey in general is the perfect sweetener for people with high cholesterol or type 2 diabetes. Blueberry honey has been known to help fight cancer and heart disease, because of its high amount of antioxidants. Why not try some eucalyptus honey for anti-inflammatory or decongestant purposes? Find the type which is best for you!

7. It's great for athletes.

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If you use a protein supplement while exercising, blend some honey into it in order to keep your blood sugar at a healthy level. Honey provides the type of sugar necessary for muscle recuperation (glycogen).

8. You can swap out honey for sugar in all of your recipes.

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Just make four easy adjustments:

1. 3/4 cup of honey for every 1 cup of sugar.

2. Remove 1/4 cup of liquid (like milk or water) for every 1 cup of honey you use.

3. Lower your baking temperature by roughly 25 degrees (because honey browns very quickly).

4. If the recipe does not call for baking soda already, add 1/4 tsp. of baking soda for every 1 cup of honey to cut some acid away and help your product rise better.

9. Honey can be a healthier topping for your favorite foods.

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High fructose corn syrup or natural honey? To keep things a little healthier, use honey as a topping instead of syrups or sugary sauces. That way, you won't feel guilty when you eat just a little too much ice cream! Remember, you made the healthy choice.

10. It's just down right delightful.

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You had me at "it's good sugar".