Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This study demonstrates the positive effect of thyme honey on the management of radiation induced oral mucositis and quality of life in head and neck cancer patients. One of the most common side effects of radiation treatment for those...
Bee Pollen and Honey for Alleviating Hot Flashes
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Honey and honey bee pollen were both effective in relieving hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause in menopausal women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Hot flashes, night sweats, pain during sex, hair loss, sleep...
Honey Shows Effectiveness for Diabetic Ulcers
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Of the 338 patients with diabetic foot ulcers, those who had their foot ulcers dressed with honey experienced a significant 38% faster healing than the 169 patients that had normal saline dressings. There were also significantly more...
Healing Properties of Honeys
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Honey is antimicrobial, helps with pain reduction, and has cancer fighting properties. Researchers are paying more attention to natural medicines that contain natural, cost-effective products which are potentially safer than synthetic...
Erythritol is a Sweet, Zero-Calorie Antioxidant
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. Research from the Netherlands showed that erythritol is a strong antioxidant, does not raise blood sugar levels or promote tooth decay, has a favorable effect on blood vessels, and has no calories. Researchers in a recent laboratory...