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7 Things You Can Do With Honey

Ashley Horst

Are you sweet on honey? If you are, there’s no surprise here. Honey is praised for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s been used in foods, drinks, and for medicinal purposes. Honey has the capability to suppress coughs and can even be helpful in treating wounds or burns. It has antioxidant power and may reduce bad cholesterol, while raising good cholesterol. Honey is also considered heart healthy. With its sweet flavor, and all of the positive benefits it offers, it’s no surprise that people love honey.

It’s versatile, you can do a lot with honey, you can:

1. Make Cinnamon Honey Butter for yourself or as a gift

Source: The Food Charlatan 

2. Substitute honey for refined sugar in recipes,

Source: Pampered Chicken Mama 

3. Mix up a hair mask out of egg and honey

Source: Beauty Epic

4. Make a face mask out of turmeric, honey, and oil or yogurt

Source: mommypotamus 

5. Treat yourself or your loved ones to honey lollipops

Source: The Monday Box

6. Create a honey lip balm

Source: Frugal Family Home

7. Mix up your own honey tea face wash

Source: Happy Mothering

 

If you enjoy using honey in drinks, you may also like this guide to tea and how different varieties pair with food.

If you’re trying to keep sweet cravings in check, you may also like these healthy replacement snacks.

About the Author

Ashley Horst

Ashley Horst is a writer, editor, and digital content creator with more than a decade of experience creating content for both digital and print. She previously served as Editorial Director at BestRecipes.co, where she wrote and edited content for the web and magazine, managed social media, and helped connect with readers through thoughtful, engaging storytelling. Beyond BestRecipes.co, Ashley has worked with a wide range of brands, creating blogs, emails, social media posts, and custom graphics. Known for her sharp eye, creativity, and attention to detail, she brings a thoughtful editorial touch to every project she takes on.

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