I know that honey is very high in salicylates and those seem to prevent the oxidation of PUFAs (similar to aspirin). It also has many other anti-oxidants and compounds that have yet to be identified or studied (and some that have).
In contrast, refined sugar and HFCS have no known nutrients and no anti-oxidants and they are proven to deplete Vitamin E, accelerate lipid peroxidation, and shorten life.
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I get honey that has not been processed, heated, or strained. Comb honey, honey spread, and unheated honey should be acceptable. "Raw" honey often isn't. Royal jelly and pollen in small amounts may also have benefits. Again, I would prefer "fresh" to highly processed pills or powders. |
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