Among adherents of a healthy lifestyle, the popular opinion is that the morning should start with a spoon of honey. Accordingly, those who have not tried these recommendations on themselves, are interested in what such a daily practice gives and whether the product is useful on an empty stomach. About what will happen if you use honey on an empty stomach and how it is useful, read on.

What is honey in the morning on an empty stomach?

Nutritionists say that even a spoonful of honey on an empty stomach is extremely useful for the human body.

• Product on an empty stomach:
• energizes for the whole day;
• increases stress resistance;
• strengthens the immune system;
• saturates the body with vitamins, micro and macronutrients;
• strengthens hair, teeth and nails;
• improves mood;
• treats colds, bacterial and viral respiratory infections;
• envelops the walls of the stomach, thereby preventing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• strengthens blood vessels;
• helps to improve the condition of patients with epilepsy and with neurological pathologies;
• improves heart function.

Separately, doctors highlight its benefits for women and men.

Did you know? The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that bees collect honey from morning dew. They called this product a gift from heaven.

For women

The product benefits the female body when it is in a vulnerable condition:

• with PMS;
• during menstruation;
• with menopause.

During these periods, some women experience irritability and fatigue. Taking honey on an empty stomach helps get rid of discomfort. Those women who do not experience discomfort will also not be amiss to use it: beekeeping products in general have a positive effect on reproductive function.

For men

Doctors recommend taking the product on an empty stomach for men with some problems of the reproductive system:

• prostatitis
• prostatic hyperplasia;
• impaired potency.

Beekeeping products also improve sperm quality. When planning a pregnancy, honey supplements will positively affect the health of the unborn baby.

Important! Honey supplements as a medicine should be taken only as adjunctive therapy.

Harm of honey on an empty stomach in the morning

A useful sweetener in some cases can harm the body:

• excessive use spoils tooth enamel;
• high calorie content contributes to weight gain;
• there is a sharp jump in blood sugar;
• when heated or added to boiling water, carcinogens are released.

To minimize harm, follow the rules of use and do not exceed the doses necessary for the body. If there are no contraindications, with reasonable consumption, problems should not arise.

Can I use honey on an empty stomach

Three categories of people who should be especially careful about food are children, pregnant and lactating mothers. Acceptance of beekeeping products is no exception.

For children

A child under 2 years old is risky to use honey supplements for two reasons:

• the likelihood of an allergic reaction increases;
• it may contain spores of botulism that are not harmful to adults, but dangerous for infants.

Starting from 2 years old, children are offered no more than 1 teaspoon per day. By 12 years, the dose can be increased to 2 teaspoons per day.

Pregnant

In the absence of contraindications, the use of the product is recommended to women in position. A good option during pregnancy is to use it as a natural sweetener.

Nursing

The best option after birth is to gradually introduce into the diet and look at the reaction of the baby. If you are not allergic, you can gradually increase its amount.

Important! Before use, it is advisable to consult a pediatrician.

Fasting options for honey

There are different recommendations regarding the use of honey on an empty stomach. Traditional medicine experts offer many different variations - with milk, yolk, lemon, tea with honey. Nutritionists consider two simple methods of application effective - in pure form and with water.

Pure honey

Take one teaspoon of the product without additives. If the product is solid, do not chew it, but dissolve it before dissolving in the mouth. If the consistency is liquid, swallow immediately. Do not drink water after use.

Honey with water

To cook, mix:

• 200 ml of water;
• 1-2 tsp honey.

Use warm water, but not hot + 40 ° C. From the specified number of ingredients, you get a glass of drink. Drink it immediately after waking up.

Rules for the use of honey on an empty stomach

When using the product on an empty stomach, adhere to the following rules:

• before the reception you can not only eat, but also drink;
• if you need coffee to wake up, first use honey and then an invigorating drink;
• the optimal time for breakfast is 30 minutes after reception.

How to choose honey for yourself

Various bee products are consumed. Among the popular varieties of honey - linden, sunflower, flower, buckwheat, acacia and rapeseed. To enhance the healing effect, choose a variety that suits your needs.

Grade	Application features
Lime	It treats inflammation, has a positive effect on the body with respiratory infections.
Sunflower	Relieves fatigue, helps restore the body after injuries and injuries, improves appetite
Floral	Has a general strengthening effect
Buckwheat	Most suitable for high acidity and for protection against diseases of the gastrointestinal tract
Acacia	Optimal for weight loss, it is also a hypoallergenic variety.
Rapeseed	Use in its pure form, since it almost does not dissolve.

Contraindications and harm

There is a danger if you use bee products in large quantities and do not pay attention to quality. Did you know? Honey is an important product in world religions. Its healing properties are described in the Bible and the Qur'an.

In these cases, side effects are possible:

• weight gain;
• if the product is of poor quality - convulsions, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness.
• allergic reaction.

In addition to uncontrolled consumption, the danger can be caused by the state of human health: it is extremely undesirable to use beekeeping products in some diseases.

• Doctors distinguish several contraindications for taking the product:
• allergy to plant pollen;
• allergy to bee products;
• age up to 2 years;
• acute phase of gastritis, ulcers, urolithiasis;
• pancreatic disease;
• hypervitaminosis.

Most people without contraindications are afraid of an allergic reaction. Allergies can occur not only in childhood, but also in adulthood. So, scientists found that in 45% of cases, an allergic reaction first made itself felt in patients over 18 years of age. Even if you have never had an allergic reaction, be careful about bee products.

Symptoms of intolerance to such products are as follows:

• temperature rise;
• inflammation on the skin;
• swelling;
• blisters;
• swelling of the mucous membrane of the mouth;
• hives;
• headache;
• dyspnea;
• hearing impairment;
• gagging;
• bowel disorder;
• discomfort in the nasopharynx;
• cough;
• sneezing.

At the first symptoms of an allergy, consult a doctor.

If there are no contraindications, taking honey on an empty stomach will significantly improve health. Taking the product according to all the rules for at least a month, you will definitely see the result. The main thing is to know the measure and pay attention to the state of your body.