Instead, it is the totality of its valuable, natural ingredients that make the natural product honey so healthy. In addition to water, it consists of, for example
- antioxidants such as phenols that lower blood pressure and improve eyesight
- vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C, with positive effects on nerves and the immune system
- so-called inhibins, anti-inflammatory enzymes and flavonoids
- as well as minerals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron.
Above all, however, honey is made up of around 80 percent of the two natural types of sugar, fructose (fructose) and glucose (glucose). This is characterized by the fact that they pass into the blood particularly easily and thus provide the body with quick and healthy energy.