Internal Benefits

• Common benefits for taking raw honey orally include helping insomnia, constipation, ulcers and more. Honey can stop the growth of the bacteria H. Pylori which can cause stomach ulcers. New Zealand is known for the healing properties of its Manuka Honey. Raw honey contains something called Propolis, many times referred to as "bee glue." It is a complex mix of resins and phytonutrients which have numerous antiviral benefits for the body.

External Benefits

• Raw honey works wonders on the outside of the body too. It can help treat athlete's foot, lip sores, wounds, eczema and many other ailments of the skin. Raw honey is considered hydrophilic, which means that it combines with water and helps kill bacteria. This makes it a natural antiseptic. Glucose oxidase is an enzyme that when converted to hydrogen peroxide is another anti bacterial agent in raw honeys arsenal.

Reducing Scar Size

• According to Andrew Kochan, a leading researcher on the benefits of honey, raw honey is good for its use in reducing the size of scars. Honey has antimicrobial abilities and properties that help scars to heal faster and easier.