Honey May Be Better at Treating Coughs and Colds

The Maldivian cultural heritage is deeply rooted in holistic and traditional treatments, a preference that spans generations. Natural remedies have always been a focal point in Maldivian wellness practices. Honey aligns perfectly with these time-honoured traditions and has been scientifically proven to offer a more effective remedy for coughs, colds, and sore throats than many conventional treatments. The natural substance, widely available and cost-effective, boasts minimal side effects.

According to scientists from the University of Oxford, doctors can recommend honey as an alternative to antibiotics, which are frequently prescribed for these infections despite being ineffective. Data analysis revealed honey’s efficacy in alleviating symptoms, particularly in reducing the frequency and intensity of coughs. Two studies highlighted that symptoms decreased one to two days faster when treated with honey.

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However, it is crucial to note that honey is not recommended for children under one.

Common types of honey and their properties

Raw Honey: Direct from the hive, this honey can be procured filtered or unfiltered.

Regular Honey: This undergoes pasteurisation and might have added sugars.

Pure Honey: While pasteurised, it doesn’t contain any other ingredients.

Pasteurisation may damage or destroy antioxidants and other beneficial elements in honey. The process of pasteurising honey can make honey smoother and more aesthetically appealing, but it may also reduce its health benefits. 

Because raw honey contains the original natural ingredients without processing, it may be the better choice for people who use honey for health reasons. It’s entirely normal for honey to crystallise over time. If your honey has done so, it indicates you’ve bought genuine, raw honey. It can be easily decrystallised using warm water.

Yemen’s Liquid Gold: The Unique Sidr Honey

According to the Qur’an, a lone sidr tree, or jujube, marks the highest boundary of heaven. On Earth, amid the harshness of the Yemeni desert, the sweetness of Sidr honey is cherished as a symbol of perseverance.

Yemen’s storied tradition in honey production has earned it a reputation on par with New Zealand’s Mānuka honey. The most exquisite varieties come from bees nourished solely on Sidr flowers, resulting in light-coloured honey with a distinctive, almost bitter finish. This sought-after Sidr honey is harvested just twice a year.

An-Nahl Honey – Raw Yemeni Honey 

An-Nahl honey brings you raw Yemeni honey harvested by trustworthy traditional beekeepers in Yemen and packaged and marketed in the Maldives.  

The brand offers several variants, each with unique properties and health benefits, of which the flagship product is the world-renowned highest grade of Yemeni sidr honey, also known as liquid gold.  

An-Nahl brand honey is available on Plaza Online, either on their website, Instagram or the Plaza Online app on Google Play and Apple Appstore.