4 golden times to drink honey, extremely good for your health

However, few people know that drinking honey at the right time can help maximize its benefits.

Morning after waking up

Drinking a cup of warm water mixed with honey in the morning after waking up is a very good habit for your health. Honey helps clean the intestines, eliminate toxins accumulated in the body over a long night, and at the same time provides quick energy to the body, helping you stay awake and full of energy for the new day.

Honey contains many antioxidants, helps strengthen resistance, protects the body from pathogens. Honey stimulates the production of gastric juice, supports better digestion. You can mix 1-2 teaspoons of pure honey with warm water, drink about 30 minutes - 1 hour after waking up.

Drinking honey at the right time helps the body receive maximum benefits. (Photo: Shutter Stock)

Before going to bed

Drinking honey before bed is the "secret" to help you sleep better and deeper. Honey helps release the hormone melatonin, a sleep-regulating hormone, helping you fall asleep easily, sleep more deeply, and reduce waking up in the middle of the night.

Drinking honey before bed helps boost metabolism and burn fat more effectively. While you sleep, your body regenerates skin cells. Honey provides nutrients to help nourish healthy, smooth skin. You should mix 1 teaspoon of honey with warm water or warm milk and drink about 1-2 hours before going to bed.

Before or after exercise

Honey is a great source of energy for people who exercise and play sports . Drinking honey before exercise helps increase exercise performance. Honey provides carbohydrates, helps replenish energy for effective muscle activity, helps increase endurance, and reduces fatigue during exercise.

Not only that, honey also helps restore muscles after exercise and reduces pain. You can drink 1 teaspoon of honey mixed with warm water about 30 minutes before or after exercise to replenish energy and restore muscles.

Drink before meals

Honey contains natural enzymes that help break down sugar and starch, reducing the burden on the stomach. At the same time, the mild alkalinity of honey helps neutralize excess stomach acid, soothe the mucosa and reduce inflammation.

Drinking honey before meals not only helps improve digestion but also brings many other benefits such as reducing appetite, supporting weight loss, strengthening the immune system and improving sleep. Honey is also a natural source of energy, helping you to be more alert and focused in the morning. However, you should use pure honey and consult your doctor if you have any questions.

Notes when using honey

- Should choose pure honey, ensure quality.

- Do not overuse honey, only use about 2-3 teaspoons per day.

- Children under 1 year old should not use honey.

- People with diabetes or allergies to pollen should be careful when using honey.

Correspondent Thu Phuong (VOV.VN)

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