One of the best ways to introduce raw honey into your diet is to add a spoonful of honey in lukewarm water and drink especially on an empty stomach. The absorption of antioxidants, minerals and enzymes will support the immune system. You can also add a little lemon juice for a perfect detox drink.
HONEY IN BEVERAGES
Replacing sugar with raw honey in tea\coffee throughout the day is another great way to support your health and well being. These drinks with raw honey suddenly become a natural energy booster providing you with a quick source of energy during the day and can support your workout or exercise regimen. You can also create your very own, healthy power drink to feel refreshed and energized. Mix two cups of water, a few squeezes of fresh lemon juice, one-eighth teaspoon of pink himalayan salt and two and a half teaspoons of Balqees honey in a water bottle. Consume as and when needed to rehydrate yourself, instead of consuming unhealthy sports drinks.
HONEY BASED SALAD DRESSING
Prepare your salad dressing with some raw honey. The antioxidants in honey can also protect the shelf life of the salad dressing for weeks in the fridge.It’s always preferable to make your own salad dressings as an alternative to shop bought as the chemical additives and refined sweeteners in those commercial products can slowly weaken your immune system. In a bowl, take some good quality olive oil, lemon juice, some sesame seed and a spoonful of raw honey. Mix everything together and just drizzle on your salad bowl.
It is possibly one of the easiest ways to indulge without any guilt with this simple raw honey and fruit recipe for breakfast, snack or anytime.
INGREDIENTS:
● 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
● 2 tablespoons natural, raw honey
● Ground cinnamon (optional)
● Fresh fruit such as raspberries, blueberries or strawberries
DIRECTIONS:
● Wash and drain your fruit of choice
● Using a small spoon blend raw honey and yogurt in a bowl
● Arrange fruit on top
● Dust with ground cinnamon (optional)
