Using Honey to Calm Your Nerves

Honey contains many beneficial properties. One benefit is that it can help to relax your nerves. 

It is also known for containing laxative, antibacterial and diuretic properties, as well as having other benefits for your body. Honey can also help to fight infections and provide good health. It can help to improve your blood’s composition, act as a stimulant for your appetite and regulate intestinal movement.

The calming benefits

There are many therapeutic properties of honey. For instance, the simple sugars it produces are quickly absorbed in the blood. As glucose is essential for neurons, it is suggested that you eat it if you suffer from nervous fits or fatigue.

It is highly recommended for those with muscle deficiency, nervous fits or cardiac problems. Many athletes also use honey as it is full of enzymes, antioxidants and flavonoids. It can also provide relaxing and sedative effects to induce sleep.

It can also relieve coughing, throat irritation and sinusitis. To alleviate coughing, it should be mixed with hazelnut. For throat pain, simply add a little to a glass of warm milk.

Combinations

The main properties of honey include antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and relaxing. Honey:

• can aid those suffering with peptic ulcers. Simply take one teaspoon on an empty stomach and avoid eating for one hour.
• can reduce throat irritation, fevers and coughing by combining it with lemon.
• can give you more energy by consuming a teaspoon during your first meal of the day.

The antiseptic properties of honey can help to heal wounds and burns. It prevents infections and accelerates the skins recovery too. And:

• It is recommended for constipation as it improves the functioning of the digestive system.
• It can help to improve the absorption of iron and calcium and it is recommended to eat honey with foods containing calcium.
• It is thought to be a prebiotic food.
• It has antioxidant properties that can aid the prevention of diseases, such as cancer, inflammatory diseases and brain and heart diseases.

Contradictions of honey

You should keep in mind some contradictions when you consume honey. Though it is a natural sweetener with several benefits, it should not be consumed by babies. This is because it causes clostridium botulinum spores to develop due to its acidity.

These bacteria spores do not cause any harm in adults due to the necessary stomach acid. However, children are not able to eliminate these spores as their digestive system prevents it. This can cause infant botulism. Therefore, it is recommended not to sweeten children’s food under the age of 18 months old.

While honey can increase antioxidants in the blood, the majority of honey sold is pasteurised. This means that essentially the amount of antioxidants in honey is reduced by 30%.

Alternatives for nervousness

Nervousness and anxiety is a very common problem. Many people suffer with it when they are faced with situations they can’t control or when they are under pressure.

There are a few alternatives to consuming honey that can help to calm your nerves. This can start with exercising your mind in order to respond calmly to new situations. Your mind will be able to relax and you can deal with uneasy moments effectively.

There are also other alternative to help with staying calm.

• Drink chamomile tea.
• Do slow and continuous body movements.
• Complete breathing exercises by calmly inhaling and exhaling.
• Listen to music to help relax.
• A hot bath can help to relive tension.
• Try counting to 100 slowly to focus your mind.
• Try to visualise a better scene to eliminate your nervousness.
• Being in a calm environment and provide a calming sensation.
• Write down your overwhelming thoughts as it can help you to keep calm and clear your mind.
• Communicate with someone to help you relax. Talking to another person about your situation can help them to provide advice and give you a differing perspective.