Honey and Water: Is it Really that Good?
October 26th, 2007 | by the health blogger |
Every morning, or just about every morning, the first thing I do after waking up and using the bathroom (I guess you don’t need to know that part) is to make a honey + water drink. This may sound like an old wives tale or something your grandmother might have told you, but there is some serious truth behind the benefits of such a practice…I’m sure you’ll be surprised once you finish reading the information below.
First, how do you make the drink?
Simply add a teaspoon (or a tablespoon if you have a really sweet tooth) to a glass of natural mineral water (preferably room temperature) – which means NO tap water – that’s another subject that shall require an article within itself (stay tuned).
Stirring with a fork quickens the process – be patient now.
Then, open your mouth and consume the beverage 
Ok, now for the science part:
Did you know that honey has been shown to be far superior to conventional antibiotics in treating infections and without the negative side effects associated with antibiotic use.
It is amazing that the bacteria-killing properties of honey increase two-fold when diluted with water. Maybe that explains why newly born bees are nourished with diluted honey.
Also, when honey is mixed with water, a chemical reaction takes place resulting in the creation of hydrogen peroxide, the most powerful natural antibiotic. Unlike the hydrogen peroxide purchased in the pharmacy, the one produced by the above mixture is natural and therefore protects itself from being associated with conventional man-made antibiotics and their negative effects.
It only takes approximately 7 minutes for the honey + water mixture to diffuse into the bloodstream – ready to fight the bad stuff!
Apparently Mr. Hippocrates (430BC approx.) used two different honey mixtures, sometimes mixing the honey with vinegar and sometimes with water. He found that the honey water solution was far superior in treating wounds, though he probably did not know why.
Remember remember, use organic, unpasteurised (unpasteruized for my American readers 
) and unfiltered honey – and to really be picky: try to source honey of locality, i.e. produced near to where you live (though this is not essential, it is very beneficial!)
So I guess you’ll be having a honey water beverage tomorrow morning?
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208 Responses to “Honey and Water: Is it Really that Good?”
By Kat on Oct 26, 2007 | Reply
I also drink the honey and water mix. Maybe you should try it before bedtime. It’s actually helpful for insomnia.
For antibacterial benefits, manuka honey is supposed to be the best type.
By tuan rumah on Oct 26, 2007 | Reply
Yes, definitely I will
By Patricia - Spiritual Journey Of A Lightworker on Nov 3, 2007 | Reply
Honey is very good to put on wounds. They heal quickly. I have even put a bandaid on over a layer of honey on a cut or blister.
By kulsum on Nov 5, 2007 | Reply
Honey helps very much with stomach aches; I’ve been drinking honey in water every morning (religiously) for the past 3 months. Also, try it on your face (yes face) – especially if you’ve got breakouts. I apply it once or twice a week; it really helps with the healing process!
By Heather McDougall on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
Are there any reasons that I should NOT drink honey/water when I’m pregnant? (Due in Dec)
Traditional doctors say that you shouldn’t feed honey to infants. Do you know why?
By admin on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
Heather,
Thank you, that’s a good question.
It is perfectly safe during pregnancy for the mother to consume honey.
The reason doctors tell us not to feed infants honey is due to the fact that their digestive tract is not very acidic and therefore it provides a perfect environment for the botulinum spore to breed and as a result produce the botulism toxin.
Where as the digestive tract of an adult (including pregnant mothers) is acidic enough to inhibit the growth of the botulism toxin.
I’m planning to write another series of articles on honey which will be more in-depth and shall touch upon the subject of honey & pregnant mothers in more detail, stay tuned.
Hope that answers your question.
Best wishes with your pregnancy.
By sean on Dec 1, 2007 | Reply
i just finnished reading this and went to try it out
i used a table spoon and drank, it was very interesting, but i have an extremly sweet tooth, so i poured more in, it was a very interesting taste, and im feeling rather good now. does it help how you are feeling at all? cause im feeling quit good, i guess ill have some more in the morning then
oh and is it good for the teeth?
By sean on Dec 2, 2007 | Reply
oh and one more thing
does it matter how much honey you add? because i like alot
By admin on Dec 2, 2007 | Reply
Sean,
Contrary to what many read, honey is fine for the teeth (that doesn’t mean u shouldn’t brush your teeth – lol).
It can affect how you feel (positively) as the brain is a big consumer of fructose (honey consists mainly of fructose – a type of carbohydrate).
It shouldn’t matter how much honey you add, as long as it mixes with the water and you don’t use the whole jar
take care.
By sean on Dec 3, 2007 | Reply
thanks for that
i actually have one more question
ive been drinking quit alot of it now i just cant get enough of it, thats actually quit good i guess cause my diet is real bad, its sweet and tasty, today i brought a water bottle and honey to school and drank all day.
can the amount you drink affect u in any harmful way, like an OD on pills.
By admin on Dec 4, 2007 | Reply
Sean,
As with just about anything in life, moderation is the key.
For example, drinking water is very good, though too much can be detrimental to ones health due to the loss of minerals (i.e. through urination).
Keep a balance.
Hope that helps.
take care.
By VISHU on Dec 18, 2007 | Reply
HI
I READ ALL THE COMMENTS (MEANS ALL QUES N REPLIES). I FELT ENOUGH GOOD.
ACTUALLY FROM THE LAST 1 WK, I M TRYING IT DAILY IN THE MORNING. BUT I HAVE SOME QUERIES. WHOEVER KNOWS KINDLY CLEAR IT.
1. WILL HONEY BE USEFUL WITH HOT WATER (HOT MEANS ATLEAST U CAN DRINK)?
2. WILL I BE ABLE TO GET REDUCE MY TUMMY THROUGH THIS?
VISHU
By mellisa on Dec 19, 2007 | Reply
That was a wonderful insight about honey and water. I wasn’t sure what the implications if i had to mix honey and water. I was told by someone thats its very good for health and it help to gain weight and good skin. Well then i am gonna try having it every morning.
By admin on Dec 31, 2007 | Reply
Vishu,
Honey with hot water does have some benefits. Whenever I have a sore throat, I drink hot water with honey and it instantaneously soothes my throat (though I do use quite hot water – be careful!).
Reducing your tummy? Sometimes people look for miracle cures and always want a one tablet/one pill/one diet cure, when in reality it usually takes a combined approach (i.e. diet & exercise) to combat fat, especially around the abdominal region.
Remember everyone is different and therefore a custom approach, involving trial and improvement, is required to achieve ones desired goal(s). If you would like more information please stay tuned as I shall be writing on the aforementioned topics in more detail soon. If you can’t wait till then do not hesitate to contact me via email.
Take care.
By admin on Dec 31, 2007 | Reply
Melissa,
Thank you for your comments. I would love to hear how you are getting on with this drink. Please feel free to leave a comment or email me so we can share your experience with others.
Thanks again.
By Hussnain on Jan 10, 2008 | Reply
Hi, I’ve gone thru the article and comments posted by nice people,
I have a questioin that If I am using 1 tablesppon of honey and 1/4 tablespoon of Cinnamon powder in a hot (drink able) glass of water for stomachache and digestivity + to reduce some FATS from Body, is it suitable? or is there any side effect?
By admin on Jan 10, 2008 | Reply
Hi Hussnain,
I have read before that drinking cinnamon with honey in hot water is beneficial for stomach ache, indigestion and reduction of body fat. A magazine in Canada, ‘Weekly World News’ (17 January 1995), gave a list of diseases that can be cured by this concoction. The three ailments that you have specified in your question were also in this list. The magazine claims that these have been researched by Western scientists, though I have not been able to get my hands on the actual publication to be able to verify the sources. However, having said that, the benefits of honey and cinnamon, whether consumed separately or together are numerous and outstanding! My advice, start off slowly (i.e. a small amount) and monitor yourself closely for a few days to a week, you should be fine. Thereafter taking this mixture daily should be okay. However do not substitute this information as medical advice, always check with your doctor.
By sumit on Jan 15, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
Can I have a tablespoon of honey with a glass of warm water to relief from cold?
since it is very good antibiotic, so can I get any benefit out of that?
By admin on Jan 15, 2008 | Reply
Sumit,
It would be better to have honey in room temperature water. You would reap some benefits, but not anything instantaneous that would make your cold go away. Hot water and honey would soothe a sore throat quite well.
By Pallavi on Jan 18, 2008 | Reply
I wanna to know can i loose weight if i take honey with water every morning?
By admin on Jan 18, 2008 | Reply
Pallavi,
This is too much of a vague question and not that simple. If you are eating a diet where calorie intake is higher than calorie expenditure, then no you will not lose weight. Also not exercising is another factor which can, but not always, effect weight loss. There is no magic pill, sorry. You have to research and develop a lifestyle change.
By Amatullah on Jan 22, 2008 | Reply
Hi and thank you for the great articles.
please let me in on some info on GI, is it benificial for good heath. some health experts said it is good to implement a low GI diet as a part of a heathly eating plan as well as a great way to lose a few pounds a week.
Rosmary Conley repeatedly says this diet is great for the whole family. Is it suitible for the child aswell as the adult?
And please share any recipes for my sweet tooth cravings if you have them. I heard dark chocolate is better but how much is a little. One square piece or a few nibbles? What else can i have apart from dryed fruit cause i have had enough of dryed fruit. I used to be a fan of it and eat alot especially in my last pregnancy. Im now sick of it.
Many thanks.
By admin on Jan 23, 2008 | Reply
Hi Amatullah,
The Glycemic Index (GI) diet is very good and beneficial for the health. It is a great way of losing weight both quickly and in a healthy manner. The diet is suitable for everyone. I would recommend going on the GL (Glycemic or Glycaemic Load) diet though, which includes everything from the GI diet but also takes into account the amount of food and its glycemic response.
Dark chocolate (85%+) is not only better but has more antioxidant activity than green tea! How much? Well that depends upon what satisfies you, but don’t over do it – moderation is key remember. Have normal fruit instead of dried fruit. Have you tried eating raw honey with banana? If I come across any good recipes that cater for the “sweet toothed” people I shall definitely post them up here.
Having a cheat food every now and then (and I mean every now and then) is okay, as long as you are following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
Hope that helps.
Take care.
By sheree on Feb 26, 2008 | Reply
do mixing honey in water help u lose weight?If so how much do u add?
By admin on Feb 29, 2008 | Reply
Sheree,
If you look further up in the comments, someone has already asked me that question. There is no magic pill Sheree, exercise and good nutrition are key to losing weight (I’m assuming you mean excess fat and wanting to tone up).
I shall be writing an article soon on the topic of neuro-associative conditioning – which helps people combat procrastination and take action towards a better life.
Stay tuned.
By Mrs. Wai on Mar 3, 2008 | Reply
Hi
Does it matter the temperature of the water the honey mix with? I heard that different temperatures (cold, lukewarm, hot) will have different effects?
Best regards
Mrs. Wai
By admin on Mar 4, 2008 | Reply
Mrs. Wai,
You are right, different temperatures do have different effects. For example, hot water with honey is very soothing for a sore throat, where as room temperature water with honey is good for the stomach and digestive system. Remember to use real honey, not the honey that is pasteurised, filtered and from bees that are sugar-fed.
By Wei Li on Mar 8, 2008 | Reply
I have come to a conclusion that honey mix with normal room temperature/hot water is ok. Can I add ice to it after that to make it a cold drink ? This is because I really like to drink it cold.Please reply as it is my burning question for a very long time.I hope it is ok as I have been doing it for the past few days.If I have to choose between iced/cold honey drink or warm/hot honey drink , I will definitely choose the former.
Regards, Wei Li
By admin on Mar 8, 2008 | Reply
Wei,
It is fine to add ice to the drink to make it cold, I have never come across any such problems in doing so. So go for it, have your ice-cold honey drink
By Wei LI on Mar 8, 2008 | Reply
Thanks a lot admin!!!!
I love this honey drink!!
Will post further updates if my health got better
By admin on Mar 9, 2008 | Reply
You’re welcome.
By Indu on Mar 13, 2008 | Reply
Hi… For past 1 week i have been drinking honey with warm water in the morning as my friends said it would help in reducing weight… I thought of finding out whether it is true… Now i realised that it wont help in loss of weight… But still i will continue drinking since it has other good behaviors…
Thanks a lot for this wonderful article…
By admin on Mar 13, 2008 | Reply
Your welcome Indu.
By Indu on Mar 13, 2008 | Reply
Hi… Can u guide me in reducing weight…
By madhavi kimbhavne on Mar 14, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
Actually i am taking honey and cinammon powder mixed in 11/2 cup of water daily in morning before breakfast and at night before going to bed.so my question is will i lose weight by doing like this regularly and also i am not eating any of the junk food and oily food items or else if this does not work please tell me some simple ways to lose my weight because i am becoming very fat day-by-day which is not good for me because i am a professional lady.please relpy me as soon as possible.
Thank u in advance.
madhavi
By madhavi kimbhavne on Mar 14, 2008 | Reply
Please reply to my mail and tell me some simple steps to lose the weight.
By admin on Mar 14, 2008 | Reply
Madhavi,
Check your mail please.
By Indu on Mar 14, 2008 | Reply
Hi… Can u guide me in reducing weight…
By admin on Mar 14, 2008 | Reply
Indu,
Check your mail please.
By richard on Mar 18, 2008 | Reply
Hello… I’ve started a while ago this practice every morning. Thing is, after about a week or two, I began having mild diarrhea before having lunch. Is this some sort of a healing reaction since my body is starting to adjust to the regimen? Or is it because of something else? The episode happens everytime I try it again in the morning.
By admin on Mar 18, 2008 | Reply
Richard,
When I take this drink, it makes me go to the toilet and empty myself!
Though I have never had or heard of anyone having diarrhoea.
What type of honey are you using?
I hope it is a good grade honey and not the cheap ones from the supermarket that are processed heavily!
By richard on Mar 21, 2008 | Reply
Hi again Bro… I bought the honey from the Philippines. It came from a province called Palawan and it comes in one of those bottles that are not so expensively branded. And it says 100% pure honey.
By admin on Mar 21, 2008 | Reply
Richard,
That doesn’t sound too good. Is there any other information conveyed on the label? Anything?
By Al on Mar 22, 2008 | Reply
Hey. I was wondering if there is any truth to what my friend said how honey and water can awaken your senses and allow you to become alert.
By admin on Mar 22, 2008 | Reply
Al,
I haven’t heard this before, but it wouldn’t surprise me!
By Soleha on Mar 28, 2008 | Reply
Hi, very interesting, My grandmother used to always tell me to have honey with warm water first thing in the morning, and i never did it, but after she passed away i started doing it for 1 year know, it really jump starts your bowels and make you feel refreshed,
I have on question please, last year i had severe chickpox plus i have a histroy of eczema, eventhough the chickenpox left some holes on my face and white spots after a year, someone told my to apply honey to my face, So do i just apply it directly or add something to it because it is very sticky and sticks to some off my hair, but i don’t mind applying only honey
Please help thanks
By admin on Mar 29, 2008 | Reply
Soleha,
Alot of people experience the benefit of jump starting their bowels with honey + water.
You can apply the honey directly to your face. Just make sure you use good quality honey (as described in the above comments) – i.e. unpasteurised, unfiltered, preferably of locality and organic. I know it is somewhat difficult to obtain good quality honey, but try your best.
In regards to your hair – tie it back or maybe gel it flat (the latter part was a joke).
Your eczema may be the result of an undetected allergy/food intolerance that you may not know of, look into proteolytic enzyme supplementation – I shall write an article about this subject soon, they will most definitely rid you of your eczema (God willing).
I had very bad hay fever and after proteolytic enzyme supplementation for one month, I was cured!
Hope that helps
By james on Mar 29, 2008 | Reply
Every morning, i would add half cup of hot water to dissolve the honey before adding normal temperature water. This is because honey dissolve better in hot water. Would adding hot water to honey ‘kills’ off the nutrients of the honey?
By the health blogger on Mar 29, 2008 | Reply
James,
It is very likely that adding hot water (when you say hot, do you mean boiling hot?) will kill some of the benefits in the honey.
I advise that you use only room temperature water and stir with a fork, it will only take a couple of minutes longer.
By james on Mar 29, 2008 | Reply
Thank you for the prompt reply!
Sometimes, i like to drink my honey with hot water (as in like a hot beverage styled coffee/tea). I hope it is still beneficial for the body. any comments?
By the health blogger on Mar 30, 2008 | Reply
Your welcome.
It is still beneficial for the body.
I read a book which described and stated that hot drinks help dissolve lipids in the system.
Also, hot water + honey is very good for a sore throat (especially when it is drunk hot and not allowed to cool down – though don’t drink it so you burn yourself!).
By Ikram on Apr 3, 2008 | Reply
hi,
I want to lose some weight, can you pls suggest some solutions.
And one more thing,
one of my friend is having eczema for last 8 years and is under medication from last 8 years. Its still in the same state. any advice for my friend?
By the health blogger on Apr 3, 2008 | Reply
Ikram,
Haha, the million dollar question!
It’s like me asking an architect, how do I construct a building?!
He knows nothing about my experience in the field of construction or anything to do with my background, how can he advise me?
It’s a needle in the haystack question.
I have no idea what your weight is, what your diet consists of, what your daily active is…
Get my point?
You want a general solution for a general question?
Eat better (i.e. more healthily) and exercise.
By Karen | How to make tap water safe on Apr 3, 2008 | Reply
Wow, lots of information here. Thank you all for reminding me what my mother told me ages ago. Will start doing that again tomorrow. I heard that this honey mixture will help with constipation too? Would it matter if I mix it with hot tea?
By the health blogger on Apr 4, 2008 | Reply
Karen,
Yes it can help with constipation.
No, it doesn’t matter if you mix it with hot tea.
See the above comments for similar questions.
By dany on Apr 8, 2008 | Reply
i am very skinny.so my friends all told to drink honey with milk,but there is a great confusion.this i should take in the mornin r in evenin.which will really support?
By dany on Apr 8, 2008 | Reply
drinkin honey wit milk r water improve the weight.please tell.
By the health blogger on Apr 8, 2008 | Reply
Dany,
You’re going to have to elaborate a little on that comment for me to answer it adequately.
Improve the weight? You mean losing weight? Or gaining weight? (You’ll be surprised!)
Also, when you say “…milk r water…”, do you mean milk and water (i.e. mixed?). Also, what type of milk?
See what I mean? If you pose a good question, you’ll get a good answer.
By Dany on Apr 9, 2008 | Reply
ya for gaining weight.
By Dany on Apr 9, 2008 | Reply
There is a very big doubt i have.i read some of the benefits in using honey,one of that shows honey can be used as a conditioner.but i heard from many that honey turns our hair grey.
By Kiran on Apr 15, 2008 | Reply
Hi there,
Useful Information. Thanks for sharing it. can you kindly advise out of these three drinks which one is best for long run to jump start your morning
1. Honey + Warm Water
2. Honey + Lemon + Warm Water
3. Honey + Cinnamon + Warm Water
and Kindly advise the proprtion as well. Another thing, Can a lady consume any of these drinks during & after her pregnancy. Thanks for your help.
By Joe Ryan on Apr 15, 2008 | Reply
A good friend of mine told me he had started using a teaspoon of honey in his coffee each morning instead of granulated sugar or sweet and low. He swears by it because he read somewhere that honey was good for him and he’s 64 years old and looks forward to his morning honey/coffee. Think I will try it. After reading your posts I see it can help with everything except in-grown toenails. Thanks for the site
By the health blogger on Apr 19, 2008 | Reply
Dany, to gain weight by relying on honey and water/milk mixture is somewhat absurd! Unless you have full fat milk and drink lots of it (not something I advise!).
By the health blogger on Apr 19, 2008 | Reply
Dany, about turning the hair grey, I have never heard this before nor have I come across this “theory” in any of my research.
By the health blogger on Apr 19, 2008 | Reply
Kiran,
Honey + Lemon + Warm Water is probably the best one to use, but you could also add some cinnamon powder to that mixture too.
I remember when I used to practice a lemon and water fast as a detox – amazing results!
“…and Kindly advise the proprtion as well. Another thing, Can a lady consume any of these drinks during & after her pregnancy. Thanks for your help.”
Approximately 1 teaspoon of honey for a standard sized cup (approx. 200-250ml). Use quarter of a lemon and a pinch of cinnamon.
This drink can be consumed during and after pregnancy – though I do advise you to seek advice from your doctor as your particular situation may be different to that of others. This question has already been answered, if you look further up for a question by Heather McDougall you will find a detailed answer.
By the health blogger on Apr 19, 2008 | Reply
Thanks for the info Joe and your welcome.
By Annie on Apr 25, 2008 | Reply
Hi there,
I need to know if honey is good for pimples? n can i apply or plain rub honey on my face n leave it for sometime? or pls advice me some home made remedies for pimples (18 yrs old.
By daniel on Apr 25, 2008 | Reply
hi…how long the honey be in its own texture n not taste bad?
By viswanath on May 13, 2008 | Reply
But i heard that if honey is applied on face, hair on your face ( beard, mouthstaches) turn to white colour.
Is it true that Honey turns hair white?
By Muneeb on May 18, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
I have been told that mixing two teaspoons of honey and one teaspoon of lemon/lime juice in warm water helps relieve constipation.Will it really work?
Can you help me with a weight loss plan.I have tried some but did not work too well.
By manohar on May 22, 2008 | Reply
if honey is applied on face, hair on your face ( beard, mouthstaches)??
dont worry !! surely it wont turn into white color .
By Ashwin on May 24, 2008 | Reply
Does Honey & Water helps in gaining mass of body.
By Karolyn on May 25, 2008 | Reply
why not.
im always in to hot beverage in the morning but had stopped it due to stomach acidity..burping is just embarassing…so i will try this one definitely..hope will help.
thanks.
By sonu on Jun 1, 2008 | Reply
does honey turn your hair Grey …..i need to know this….because….i want to use honey…as it has many good things…..plz let me knw this soon……
By christina on Jun 11, 2008 | Reply
hi,
to reduce weight cut one meal and substitute with fruits and juice morning ideal(like drink 2 tablespoon of honey in roomtemperature water drink this within 1/2 hour and drink dates juice(soak dates in hot water at night and drink this in morning and then have fruits and carrot juice avoid oil food stuff),reduce ur 10 % of ur intake and of course walking
By chris on Jun 13, 2008 | Reply
does this help voice cracks at all?
By Has on Jun 18, 2008 | Reply
Hi, Gone through all comments, but found no one posted their experiences ,how they found. i also started the same to loss weight and definietly post my experience for others. if any one have found result using this for losing weight.please post. Thanks
By the health blogger on Jul 11, 2008 | Reply
All who asked if honey turns your hair grey, this is unfounded and is most definitely a myth. I have never come across such information and have never experienced this myself.
By Lakshmi Ramesh on Jul 15, 2008 | Reply
Hi,Pl let me know Lemon juice & Honey with harm water every morning with help in deduction of weight.Im taking this process since from a week.
Honey + cinnamon powder mixture too will help iin getting pregnancy i have read this in Book.pl guide me this matter.
lakshmi Ramesh
By ellysurjati on Jul 16, 2008 | Reply
hi… i like it !!
By Dominic on Jul 18, 2008 | Reply
Can we add honey in hotwater?
What is the diference while having honey with natuaral water and Hot water.
By the health blogger on Jul 27, 2008 | Reply
Dominic,
With hot water, it is likely that some of the benefits of the honey may be destroyed (depending upon the heat). Where as with the natural water (and by this I assume you mean room temperature or just cooler than hot) you would not experience this.
By lucy on Jul 28, 2008 | Reply
i hav tried alot of deit + exercise but their nothing change i finally become tired of that now i reduce eating for xample if i eat a bread i eat a half and i make exercise ,is the lemon+water+honey will make my weight loss
By the health blogger on Jul 28, 2008 | Reply
Lucy,
Just drinking “lemon+water+honey” will not make you lose weight instantaneously!
There is no magic pill.
If you are/were exercising, what were you doing?
By Diana on Oct 15, 2008 | Reply
hi,
i m working woman, my age is 25 yrs, n my weight is 47 n i want to gain weight, so please advice me wht should i do, n i m trying 4 getting pregnancy …
By solevitas on Oct 21, 2008 | Reply
Hello Healthblogger
I should be grateful if you could suggest an effective remedy for bad period pains. My husband told me to use water and honey,but I thought that milk and honey was more traditional and effective. Please can you advise me on this. I enjoy your site and you are doing a great job.
By mh on Oct 27, 2008 | Reply
here in PAKISTAN we don’t have ez availaibility of clean water …is this mixture ,healthy even with the tap water?
By the health blogger on Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
Solevitas,
Thank you for your comment.
I have not come across any scientific studies which expound upon the benefits of honey & milk in regards to alleviating bad period pains. However I have read from other peoples experiences that this mixture can be beneficial and in some cases, very effective even for dysmenorrhea (severe period pain).
Give it a try and let us know how you get on.
I’m actually researching this topic and shall be writing an article on the subject soon.
I can tell you though that eating healthily and exercising have amazing effects on not just one’s period pain, but there overall health and wellbeing.
Hope that helps
By the health blogger on Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
mh,
It is healthy with tap water, though it would be so much better if it was natural mineral water.
By maya on Nov 3, 2008 | Reply
hi, i have problem with over weight.but i’m not in obesity.can u guide me for loss of weight.I have a practice of drinking warmwater+honey in morning.But i don’t get any result.please reply for my mail.
By the health blogger on Nov 3, 2008 | Reply
Maya,
As I have repeatadly told people, there is no magic pill to rid you of your excess fat – well not yet anyway.
How much exercise are you doing? And is it a combination of resistance and cardio training?
How much do you eat? Do you eat enough carbs, protein and fats?
In relation to your Basal Metabolic rate (BMR – If you don’t know what this is, google it), are your calories in excess of your BMR or in a deficit?
Hope these points give you some direction into your fat loss endeavours.
By Samantha on Nov 4, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
Thank you for this wonderful article.My query is about hairloss.Does honey help prevent hair loss and improve hair growth.If yes, then do we apply honey on the hair directly by itself or combine with any other ingredients.Please advise.Appreciate your time and efforts.
By Celina on Nov 6, 2008 | Reply
Out of curiosity, I’d like to know why this mixture of honey + water works best with room temp. water and not warm or hot as when mixed with tea?
By Celina on Nov 6, 2008 | Reply
PS great article very interesting and really appreciate your help – been reading everyone’s comments and input regularly.
Thank you, Sincerely
By sudhu on Nov 9, 2008 | Reply
Hi i’m 22 yrs old. but my weight is 43 how can improve my weight and height.pl reply soon for my mail id thank u for ur great job…
By brian on Nov 10, 2008 | Reply
i suffer from copd and wondered if honey and water was ok to drink, meaning could there be any side affects.look forward to your reply
Brian.
By the health blogger on Nov 11, 2008 | Reply
Samantha,
I have read many testimonials that honey has helped hair loss and hair growth problems. Though I have yet to come across any conclusive studies.
I came across this link which may be of interest to you:
http://www.baldingblog.com/
Search the net for testimonials of people who have tried using honey for hair problems. It wouldn’t surprise me in the least if honey or a concoction containing honey would help/benefit hair related issues.
UPDATE:
I came across this research journal:
Al-Waili NS. Therapeutic and prophylactic effects of crude honey on chronic seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff (2001). Eur J Med Res. 2001 Jul 30;6(7):306-8.
And the results showed that “…patients showed subjective improvement in hair loss.”
Check out this site for more info.:
http://www.amazing-green-tea.com/honey-and-hair.html
By the health blogger on Nov 11, 2008 | Reply
Brian,
Honey and water is a great drink to have, especially when one has a cold.
There are no known side effects to my knowledge, though with everything in life, moderation is key.
By the health blogger on Nov 11, 2008 | Reply
Sudhu,
Is your weight 43kg? You didn’t specify the unit, though it is fair to surmise you meant KG I hope. And what is your height?
A good way to improve your weight would be to increase your caloric intake a little above your basal metabolic rate (BMR).
Google to find out more info on BMR.
Hope this helps
By the health blogger on Nov 11, 2008 | Reply
Celina,
It works better with room temp. water as opposed to warm/hot water because the higher the temp. of the water, the more likely the beneficial properties of the honey will be destroyed (e.g. beneficial enzymes etc.)
Another good example is that of spinach, once it is cooked, the vitamin C content is considerably reduced, where as the vitamin A content becomes more bio-available (apparently).
Hope that helps.
By the health blogger on Nov 11, 2008 | Reply
Celina,
Thank you for your kind comments, much appreciated.
Please feel free to comment and ask questions anytime
By Khalid on Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
Honey, especially mixed with cinnamon, can cure a multitude of ailments. Honey is produced in all parts of the world. Scientists of today believe honey can be used without any side affects for a number of diseases. Honey is sweet but if taken in the right dosage as a medicine it won’t harm diabetic patients. It’s important to remember that these ten natural sweet cures haven’t been independently verified. These are homeopathic cures, many passed down from generation to generation. Many uses of honey mixed with cinnamon to cure ailments from heart disease, acne, hair loss, and gas. Focus on the top ten cures to try.
1.
Arthritis is one disease that can be cured with honey. One part honey to two parts of lukewarm water and a teaspoon of cinnamon will make a paste that will noticeably reduce pain in a matter of a couple of minutes. Patients suffering from arthritis can take one cup of hot water with two spoons of honey and a teaspoon of cinnamon once in the morning and again in the evening. It’s been said that taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. Copenhagen University tested their theory by giving patients a mixture of one tablespoon of hone and one half teaspoon of cinnamon before breakfast. The results were that within a week, 73 patients out of 200 were relieved of pain and within a month, arthritis patients could again walk without pain.
2
Cholesterol is said to be treatable with honey. Mix two tablespoons of honey and three tablespoons of cinnamon in 16 ounces of tea. This mixture is said to reduce the level of cholesterol by ten percent within a short amount of time. As with arthritis, it is said that pure honey taken with food daily will reduce cholesterol levels. Along the same lines, using cinnamon and honey on bread and eaten at breakfast revitalized the arteries and veins leading to the heart and helpful towards preventing heart attacks.
3
Men, pay attention! A mixture of hot olive oil, one tablespoon of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon made into a paste can help baldness and hair loss. Apply the paste before your shower and leave it on for approximately five to fifteen minutes then wash the hair.
4
In India and Japan honey and cinnamon is said to help relieve gas, stomachaches and clears stomach ulcers at the root. If honey and cinnamon are taken before eating it helps digest even the heaviest of meals.
5
Colds can be treated with honey. One tablespoon honey with ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon taken daily is said to cure most chronic coughs and clear the sinuses. You can also make up a mixture of honey, whiskey and lemon juice. If it doesn’t clear your cough, at least maybe you’ll sleep.
6
Pimples, the curse for both young and old can be removed within two weeks if this remedy is applied. Make a paste of three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon. Put the pimples on before going to bed and wash it off the next morning.
7
Now here’s a big one Weight loss. Twice daily, once at night, and one in the morning ½ hour before breakfast drink a cup of boiled hot water with honey and cinnamon. It’s been said that even the most obese patient can lose weight and drinking this mixture doesn’t allow the fat to accumulate in the body.
8
Studies have shown that chronic fatigue can be helped by honey. One half tablespoon of honey in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon in the morning and in the afternoon will increase your vitality within a week.
9
Infertility is a problem that ancient people in the Far East treated with honey. It was said to strengthen the semen of men. Two tablespoons of honey taken before bed is said to also correct impotency. A touch of cinnamon in one half teaspoon of honey and applied to the gums throughout the day will help a woman conceive. Mixing it with the saliva lets it slowly enter the body.
10
Finally, bad breath is said to be helpful if gargled in the morning. One teaspoon of honey and cinnamon mixed in hot water is supposed to keep breath fresh all day.
Thanks
By the health blogger on Nov 29, 2008 | Reply
Thank you for your great comment Khalid, much appreciated
By sanya on Dec 2, 2008 | Reply
Is it ok for diabetics to have this drink as the first thing in the morning ?
By Samantha on Dec 10, 2008 | Reply
Dear HealthBlogger,
Thank you very much for your prompt reply.Much appreciate your response.
By Ashok on Dec 17, 2008 | Reply
can I use honey + water mix for reducing the body heat.. I just came to some cold country on trip..and getting bubbles on my body .
By Deepti Dang on Dec 28, 2008 | Reply
Happy Evening,
Is HONEY & LEMON taken in a WARM WATER is harmful for Health?
Please Reply me for the same..
Thanking you,
Deepti Dang
By raki on Jan 5, 2009 | Reply
Hi, im 21 yrs old.. can u suggest me some suggestion to reduce my tummy???
By julie on Jan 7, 2009 | Reply
H2O2 is H2O2, no matter how it was made. Why not tap water? Do you work for mineral water company? As a chemist, it really annoys me when people think “natural” chemicals are different than the same chemical, synthetically made.
That’s not science
By tresa on Jan 8, 2009 | Reply
Use lemon juice..I add the juice of a big lemon or two in a glass of water with sugar..if pain not reduced by one glass of it, repeat.Normally gets relieved by taking a glass of lemon juice
By vinay on Jan 15, 2009 | Reply
i wanted to ask u what i heard that regular consumption of honey+water decreases body weight. i’m kind of underweight , so is it good to try with that ?..
By the health blogger on Jan 20, 2009 | Reply
Vinay, re-read your question please, makes no sense!?
By pollyanna on Jan 23, 2009 | Reply
hi! thanks for this interesting article! i’m going to give it a try but i’ve got a question to ask! recently i heard about the benefits of honey on another blog, but it was dealing w/ weightloss by adding honey and cinnamon powder mix to hot water and drinking half of it in the morning and other half at night. is this safe?? please let me know! because as i read others response on it, they’ve experience some frequent restroom trips and then read that it may not be a good thing to consume too much cinnamon and that maybe hot water+ honey= botox like chemicals..sorry for such a long response but i’d just like to know some more info! thanks!!
By the health blogger on Jan 23, 2009 | Reply
Pollyanna,
Thank you for your comment.
About the cinnamon+honey drink, I have read about this too. I have yet to find any conclusive evidence to support such claims, also about its safety, it should be fine. Hot water + honey does not equal like botox.
Imagine eating 5000 calories a day, and expecting to lose weight by drinking this concuction. Make any sense?
From my research and readings, having honey and water does stimulate colon (intestine) contractions and hence can make you go to the bathroom, which is always a good thing!
Hope that helps
By the health blogger on Jan 23, 2009 | Reply
Julie, lol, no I don’t work for any water companies. Why don’t you try looking outside of your pharmaceutical books?
By sudhu on Jan 27, 2009 | Reply
My height is 151cm.and also my weight is 43kg.how can i improve my weight.kindly guide me.
By maya on Jan 27, 2009 | Reply
hi my weight is 63kg and my heiht is 155cm.pl advice me to reduce my weight.this is the problem for me.
By ann on Jan 28, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for the wonderful article.
I have heard that consumption of local honey, if taken daily for a week or more, can also help reduce pollen allergies to local plants. Is there any truth to this?
Thank you.
By John on Jan 29, 2009 | Reply
Haveing read up on honey on a number of sites,
I have reservations about areas around the world where they are produced including the UK.
One article that started me thinking, was areas that are involved with pesticide crop spaying and these poisons are passed on in the honey.
So the questions are?
BEFORE HONEY IS SOLD ON TO THE RETAILER, IS IT LABORATORY TESTED FOR PESTICIDE CONTENT?.
BEARING IN MIND MOST COUNTRIES USE CROP SPRAYING IN THEIR VARIOUS FORMS.
WHERE IS THE BEST HONEY PRODUCED, ie PURE HONEY
John
By pollyanna on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
hi! thanks for the response! and it makes sense, but would it be okay to just drink it as a nice daily refreshment? i tried it and it’s mighty yummy. but i read somewhere that too much of the honey/cinnamon is bad for the body. i mean i know too much of anything can be bad. thanks!
By ThHealthBlogger on Feb 3, 2009 | Reply
Pollyanna,
As you said, too much of anything is not good.
In my opinion, daily consumption of this drink should be fine, but to get the official "ok" please ask your doctor/physician.
By ThHealthBlogger on Feb 3, 2009 | Reply
Ann,
From my readings there is truth in what you have stated. I actually started taking honey due to my hay fever allergies and it helped, but nothing helped me like proteolytic enzymes! Will be writing about this topic soon.
Hope that helps.
By Bhupesh on Feb 4, 2009 | Reply
I have heard that luke warm water mixed with honey reduces weight. Mixed with milk increases weight.
By TheHealthBlogger on Feb 5, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for your comment Bhupesh.
I have not come across any studies/information which purports such effects.
Any sources from your side?
If I come across any information I'll be sure to pass it on
Hope that helps.
By Bhupesh on Feb 5, 2009 | Reply
No studies, but only word of mouth from peers. I have lost weight since I started drinking honey and water, however am not sure if this is due to a mix of excersise and diet and drinking the mix. I do feel good every time I drink Honey and Water.
By Bhupesh on Feb 5, 2009 | Reply
No studies, but only word of mouth from peers. I have lost weight since I started drinking honey and water, however am not sure if this is due to a mix of excersise and diet and drinking the mix. I do feel good every time I drink Honey and Water.
By Larry on Feb 7, 2009 | Reply
I have heard that a slice of lemon and just a couple drops of honey in water is like a natural body cleanser. Do you know if there is any truth to this? It sounds good and it taste good too.
By Roopa on Feb 9, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
After taking honey+ water in the morning, when can I have my tea?
Can I have immediately or after 10 mins of gap?
By the health blogger on Feb 9, 2009 | Reply
Roopa,
You can have your tea immediately after, though I would personally wait approx. 5-10 minutes.
By ankur on Feb 10, 2009 | Reply
Can i add a pinch of ginger to it??
By the health blogger on Feb 10, 2009 | Reply
Hi Ankur,
Of course you can
By Anand on Feb 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi “Health Blogger”,
Can you guide me to some tips for a easy weight loss pattern??
regds,
Anand..
By the health blogger on Feb 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi Anand,
I’ve been asked this question soo many times that I have taken the hint and shall be writing something related to fat loss.
Some quick tips for you:
- Workout how much you consume daily (i.e. calories) and how much you burn, is there a deficit or surplus? If you are eating more than you are burning then you are not helping yourself at all.
- Don’t follow stupid diets that tell you to stop eating fat or carbohydrates. Remember, moderation is key to just about everything.
- Avoid sugary drinks and processed foods where possible (e.g. instead of white bread have brown bread, instead of white rice have brown rice etc.)
- Exercise and make sure you have a variety of different activities (e.g. not just running, but also resistance training, other sports etc.)
Unfortunately I cannot do justice to your question as I would end up writing the article now and it is not possible to do so at the moment. Please visit back regularly and you may see an in-depth article series on fat loss.
Hope that helps
By MLin on Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
Hi I started taking honey and warm water every morning some months to help with constipation and to improve my skin. I noticed that my stomach problems are better, though not really for my skin.
I have 2 concerns:
1) I have heard about hot water destroying honey properties, but I also heard that it’s best to drink warm water in the morning to detoxify the liver, so I normally mix honey with 3/4 glass of room temp water, then add a bit of hot/boiling on top to warm up the mixture. Would that make a difference, or is that the same anyway?
2) There was a period of time, about a week or two, when I ran out of honey and just didn’t have the time to buy it. I noticed that I was feeling poorly that week, in terms of stomach and mood. I’m wondering if that’s psychological (placebo effect of honey) or is honey actually addictive????
Thanks for answering these questions!
By the health blogger on Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
Hi MLin,
1) Basically it is the same. From my readings, consumption of warm/hot water is some how linked to getting rid of fats in your system (trying to find the book in my library but have not been successful yet – will keep you updated).
2) From what I know, honey is not addictive. However, honey is amazing at helping stomach problems! Also, the brain is the biggest consumer of sugars, hence there may be some link, not saying definitely, but maybe.
By the way, where do you get your honey from? Supermarket? Health shop?
And also, when you say to help your skin what do you mean? Do you have problem skin like acne? If so, please read my acne articles, hope they help.
By MLin on Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
Thanks for your reply! Well, I get my honey from the supermarket, nothing fancy. It’s called white honey (sometimes I get something called clover/alfafa?), but I make sure to get the unpasteurised version.
So, would you know the temperature at which honey properties start to get destroyed by heat? Would be nice to get the optimal benefits of both honey AND warm water!
I heard that honey helps the skin in the long run, an inside out kind of process if drinking it and not applying it directly. Thanks, I’ll check out your acne article.
By the way, I’m not sure if honey helps the teeth, but Colgate has a honey toothpaste out. Tastes so good!
By the health blogger on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
Hi MLin,
Thanks for your reply
Are you from Singapore? I remember when I went there for holiday they had Raw honey in the supermarket, I was SOOOOO extremely happy. It’s hard to buy here in the UK – though hopefully very soon I shall be selling some on my site
Honey definitely helps the skin! The properties can start dying off at approx. 40 degrees centigrade (enzymes started to die), though I need to clarify this.
Colgate has a honey toothpaste? Where? LOL! Have you got an online link for it? Did you know, before the creation of the refrigerator, people (especially in Arabia) would cover their meat and other foods in honey to preserve (six months at a time)!
By Nikki on Feb 22, 2009 | Reply
hi, I’m planning to put honey and water(mixed) to my hair ONLY, not the scalp. How do i do it? should i just put in in my hair or in the scalp too? should i put it when my hair is dry or damp or wet? what will it do to my hair?
thankx:) i appreciate it, and ur awesome!lol
By Nikki on Feb 22, 2009 | Reply
oh and is it okay if it’s clover honey? what’s the diff. between regular honey and clover honey? which one is better? thankx:)
By Abinaya on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
I wish to know whether this method would reduce weight ??? because i heard lot telling this would definitely reduce weight… answer pl….
By the health blogger on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Hi Nikki,
Thanks for your comment!
“To give your hair lustrous shine, mix 1 teaspoon of honey into 4 cups of warm water. Use as a hair rinse. And if you’re a blond, add the juice of 1 lemon, too.” (http://www.bees-online.com/HealthBenefitsOfHoney.htm)
I’m not too sure about putting honey on your hair, though I know my sister seems to do it every now and then and her hair is very nice.
Hope that helps
By the health blogger on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Nikki,
Clover honey is produced by bees which feed primarily on the nectar of clover plants, that’s the only difference (and maybe the taste too).
From a health perspective it would be hard to judge which honey is better. By the way, is the honey you are using raw? (i.e. unpasteurised, cold-processed and unfiltered)
By the health blogger on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Abinaya,
Please read the above comments, I have answered this question several times, thanks
By MLin on Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Hi again. The honey I buy says unpasteurised but not unfiltered or cold-processed. Is that ok??? Thanks for the tip about 40 degree celcius. At least now I have a rough gauge to work with.
As for the honey toothpaste, I got it in Walmart when I was on holiday in China. I’m not sure if it’s available to Western markets…
By Nikki on Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
yes it is raw:)
i read the ingredients, and it’s only honey.
so i rinse it dry right? a lot?
By the health blogger on Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
MLin, unpasteurised is very good
By the health blogger on Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Nikki,
erm, honey only usually has honey. but if it explicitly states that it has been cold processed or it is unpasteurised that is alot better.
By Suman on Mar 26, 2009 | Reply
read all yur comments, but for weight los only drinks are not sufficient, it has to be accompanied with work-out and suitable eating. WIsh u all the best for all your endeavours
By Bashier on Mar 26, 2009 | Reply
I hope you can help us with this one. We have been feeding our 22 month old toddler goats milk since the age of 12 months because of eczema and other allergies. We have stopped the milk at 20 months and introduced rooibos tea with honey or water with honey. We have heard lots of conflicting stories about the use of honey with babies / toddlers. What is your response. We have been mixing the honey with boiled water and heard many stories about this too. Our toddlers sleep pattern has changed alot, quite restless and she also seems to have some abdominal issues which we cannot resolve. Could these symptoms be as a result of us feeding her honey continuously on a daily basis or what is your opinion. Please refer us to reading any material regarding this issue. Thanks alot
By Beth on Mar 27, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
thanks for your good job. I love the honey water mixture. As i take my daily water intake i always add honey – so in short i take it all day. Is this OK – are there side effects?
By Kandy yang on Apr 18, 2009 | Reply
I was wondering whether honey with warm water/ room temp water good for skin??
By the health blogger on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
it is good Kandy, please see previous comments for more in-depth answers.
By the health blogger on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Beth,
There are no side effects to my knowledge.
Please see previous comments for more information.
By the health blogger on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Bashier,
Please see my previous comment on this issue – just search for it and you shall see the answer.
Also, try to research about Proteolytic enzymes and allergies – very beneficial!
I will try to cover this topic soon!
Hope that helps.
By the health blogger on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Thanks Suman
By Kimberly on Apr 25, 2009 | Reply
Hi all!
So I am trying to detox just to cleanse the system and maybe lose a few pounds. I tried the honey and water just for today and have not seen any results yet (not sure how long it takes to kick in). For breakfast I just had green tea with honey (2 teaspoons each time) and for lunch and dinner had water and honey. I have been drinking tons of water throughout the day as well. I plan on doing this for only 3-4 days. Is this an appropriate way to detoxify your body in just a few days? Should I be adding lemon to my drinks as well?
Are there any better methods for detox in just a few days? Also, I’m scared that I will gain double back the weight of what I lose during detox.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!
By the health blogger on Apr 25, 2009 | Reply
Kimberly,
No this is not an ideal way to detox in just a few days.
You will not lose weight just by drinking this formula – no way! Please read the previous comments for further explanation.
If you want to detox your body, you have to prepare it first, by improving your diet (if not already healthy) and then slowly employing different methods (such as fasting) to compliment your healthy lifestyle.
It makes no sense to treat your body like rubbish and then expect to heal or improve it in 3 days – doesn’t make sense does it?
Consistency is key, don’t go to any extremes as you wont be able to handle it – no one really can.
Hope that helps
By rain on May 3, 2009 | Reply
i been drinking honey + boild ginger (i mean the water) + lemon for a month now. a friend tell me about it when i have dore throat and flu, i think it help me recover! but now that i dont have a flu anymore i just cant stop drinking it. although i dont put ginger anymore, instead of just lemon+honey + water now..
my question is, is it better if i leave the lemon and just drink honey and water instead?
thank you
By nivedha on May 19, 2009 | Reply
Hello,
It is a very nice article.
I have a clarification here, if this mixture is to be taken on an empty stomach does the honey cause a sudden spike in blood sugar.
Can this mixture be taken just before going to bed?
Sorry if it is a repeated question. Thanks for your time.
By srini on Jun 9, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
In India there is an old saying….
to loose waight drink (honey + warm water), and
to gain waight drink (honey + milk).
What is the theory behind this….
Will it work….
pls advice…
Thanks…
By Lexy on Jun 20, 2009 | Reply
No doubt about it! Honey has always been one of my preferred sweeteners. I’ve never tried the water and honey but I do have green tea and honey every morning. It’s delicious and sensible!
By Kathie on Aug 1, 2009 | Reply
can honey,water and lemon jucie mixture reduce cholestrol taken 1tbsp with 8oz of water drop of lemon juice?
By Teff on Aug 12, 2009 | Reply
I used to love honey & water as a daily pick-me-up, however, a friend of my dad’s used to practise drinking honey and water everyday for 20 years and at age 40 he got diabetes. Then I researched on the link between honey and diabetes and so far there have been extensive studies conducted and none is conclusive. Ever since I heard of his diabetes due to honey consumption, I now drink honey and water very sparingly, perhaps with a meal or before I retire at night…say once a week. I guess it’s better to be safe than sorry?
Now I concentrate more on lemon + hot water upon rising.
By sonu on Aug 13, 2009 | Reply
I heard that having water+honey in the early morning will reduce acne problems like pimples by reducing heat in body is that true….????
By Catherine on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
Hi, I have a question regarding Khalid’s post where it mentions reducing the level of cholesterol with honey+cinnamon+tea. Does it matter if I choose any kinds of tea eg. green tea?
Thanks
By Catherine on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
Also, will storing honey in the fridge (to keep away the ants) spoil the quality and the beneficial factors in it?
By the health blogger on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
Rain,
Both are good! Lemon has the added benefit of vitamin C as well as other benefits (google it to find out more).
If you like it with Lemon, continue using Lemon.
By Geets on Aug 21, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
I have been drinking hot/lukewarm water daily 4 glasses in morning. Then after emptying my stomach, i brush teeth and clean my tounge. I do this intensionally, so that I throw up and the acid in my throat region comes out.
After I heard from a friend of mine that drinking honey with water hepls in weight loss, I have started taking honey in little hot water( 4 glasses with a teaspoon of honey).
Somehow I am finding that my bowel is not getting cleaned totally. SO I m not sure if this is due to honey I have started taking these days (Or I am taking curd with sugar quite regularly these days in afternoon or evening). So I am just trying to find out if honey is not affecting my digestion.
Will adding lemon will help that.
Also if u hv any suggestion for reducing weight, pls mail me. I Donn do much physical xercise, but walk daily for 3 miles and do pranayam 3-4 times a week.
Thanks.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Geets,
Its very unlikely to be as a result of the honey.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Catherine,
No it won’t spoil the honey.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Catherine,
Greent tea is obviously better as it has higher antioxidants etc.
Other alternatives which boast high antioxidant activity include white tea, red tea (rooibos) etc.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Sonu, not necessarily reducing heat.
But reducing acne – a possiblity as it makes you empty your stomach.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Teff, its VERY unlikely that your father’s friend developed diabetes due to honey and water.
Was your father’s friend healthy – i.e. exercising regularly and eating generally healthy?
As you said, the studies have been extensive and not conclusive.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Kathie, I haven’t come across this before.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Srini, interesting! Can’t comment though.
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
Nivedha,
Thank you.
No it shouldn’t cause a sudden spike in blood sugar – though check with your doctor if you have any blood sugar issues.
By Parminder on Sep 4, 2009 | Reply
Hi
i listen that honey with hot water is ways to loose fat from around the stomach.So i start to take this.whether it ok
By Tina on Sep 7, 2009 | Reply
Hi, I was wondering if honey water could be used to cure candida? And whether it could be effective in getting rid of acne (taken internally on a daily basis)?
By Francis on Oct 7, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
Just want to know.
Is there any different using a plastic spoon or a metal spoon to stir the honey with water??
My grandma told me that using metal spoon will destroy the honey properties. Is it true? will good plastics spoon protect the honey properties from beimg destroy? Thanks.
By jemima on Oct 25, 2009 | Reply
i am 16 old even ican use honey and lime with warm water
to become thin in the morning
By jeneck on Oct 27, 2009 | Reply
I heard that honey should not be mixed with hot water because it will damage all the good properties of honey and it just a waste of honey.
By Tam on Nov 4, 2009 | Reply
Hi, is the normal gales honey which they sell in tescos/asda pasteurised?
By Alex on Nov 18, 2009 | Reply
Dear Admin,
i do love to consume honey. Usually with green tea and lemon. Just yesterday a nutrition specialist told me that putting honey into hot water changes its biochemical properties and lets it become poisonous for the human body. True?What is your opinion on that? Thank you Alex
By the health blogger on Dec 2, 2009 | Reply
Hi Alex,
I do know that the chemical properties change, however becoming poisonous – i’ve never heard this before.
Can you find out any other info from this nutrition specialist please? Very interesting!
By the health blogger on Dec 5, 2009 | Reply
Normal Gales honey in tesco/asda IS pasteurised!
By the health blogger on Dec 6, 2009 | Reply
Never heard of this Francis, sorry.
By Sirfar on Dec 7, 2009 | Reply
Hi. Im currently 6 months pregnant with our my first baby. I have been drinking one tbsp honey, 1/2 lemon mixed into 1.5 L filtered water daily. I have been told that lemon may not be good for my baby. Something about it hindering the strength of my baby’s teeth in future. Is this true?
PS. I cant drink honey and water on its own (dont like the taste) so i added the lemon to taste
By the health blogger on Dec 8, 2009 | Reply
Hi Sirfar,
I have been told that too much vitamin C can be detrimental to the baby’s teeth formation, however have yet to come across conclusive evidence.
Either way, 1/2 a lemon should be totally fine! Double check with your doctor/physician to be safe.
By Merc on Dec 30, 2009 | Reply
Hi, I was diagnosed with achlorhydria and have been reading a lot about Manuka honey. I’m considering drinking manuka honey with water, however I’m becoming concerned about the botulism toxin. Although I have been drinking tea with 1tsp honey and have not had a problem. Will I have a problem if I drink 2 tbs of manuka honey and water?
By brwneyez on Jan 4, 2010 | Reply
I have read all the comments…but I need a little clarification…
Is it okay if I drink approx. 8oz hot water with a 1/2 squeezed lemon before bed and one cup in the morning? Or one or the other?…
Also, is it more beneficial if i put a 1tbsp of Honey in the mix?
Thanks.
By keeerthi on Jan 5, 2010 | Reply
is that cold water and honey helps to increse weight plz reply me
By rose on Jan 7, 2010 | Reply
can i use honey for weightloss when i am pregnant???
By Faria on Jan 9, 2010 | Reply
Hi,
I read the article and all of the comments even..:)
From tomorrow Um going to drink it.I hope it will help me to reduce my weight. My current weight is 54 kg and my height is 5″inches.
I regularly go to gym and control my food habit too….
Thx…
By Tabby on Jan 16, 2010 | Reply
Also, they can choke on the honey because it is too thick. But when they get much older, you can make some toast and instead of butter you can put honey on it.
I love toast with honey. 
By mukhtiar on Jan 17, 2010 | Reply
hi
i saw there few questions regarding relationship between water+honey and weight loss. you replied it requires comprehensive workout (diet+food) to reduce the weight.
atleast we know the proportionality of diet and exercise with weight. more exercise more weight loss. decrease decrease in weight.
would you please clear us that is specific relation of honey+water with weight. does it contribute in reducing the weight????
By divy on Jan 17, 2010 | Reply
hi,
normally i feel hungry around 8a.m… but after having honey+warmwater, i dnt feel hungry until 11a.m.. guess it helps me to reduce my weight too
By raje on Jan 18, 2010 | Reply
hi,
I am suffering from constipation since 3 years.
Please suggest
By senthil on Jan 24, 2010 | Reply
hi,
thanks for the information. I like to know whether it is good to add in hot milk along with cornflakes and fruits for breakfast. does the hotness of the milk affects the property of the honey?
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
The hotness of the milk could effect the beneficial properties of the honey, though it WON’T turn it into something poisonous.
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
Mukhtiar,
I have not come across any “evidence” suggesting that honey + water helps to reduce weight.
However, sometimes we need to try and test things on ourselves (within reasonable guidelines and safety of course) and see what result(s) we get.
For example, ‘divy’ commented:
hi,
normally i feel hungry around 8a.m… but after having honey+warmwater, i dnt feel hungry until 11a.m.. guess it helps me to reduce my weight too
Everyone’s experience is different and sometimes there aren’t scientific studies done on our chosen question(s) unfortunately, however we can listen to our body and see we benefit from anything.
I wasn’t able to get rid of my acne overnight! It took years of learning and trial and error/trial and improvement.
Hope that clarifies.
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
raje,
Your comment is too vague! Are you consuming enough fibre? How much water do you drink? etc…
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
Rose, please refer to your physician/doctor.
Is it even healthy/safe to try and lose weight whilst pregnant?!
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
brwneyez, the drink sounds fine.
Adding honey to it will also be of benefit.
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
Merc,
You need not worry.
I don’t see anything wrong with using more manuka honey.
However, refer back to your doctor/physician to be safe.