Honey as antiseptic

[Gauracandra 1]

Very interesting. I have been told that honey is the ONLY product in the world that never spoils and goes bad (ie. has an infinite shelf life). I found that hard to believe and would be curious if anyone else has heard this. If so, I can see it being used as a salve to treat wounds.

 

Gauracandra

 

[This message has been edited by Gauracandra (edited 06-13-2001).]

[Jahnava Nitai Das 2]

I've heard the same about honey. Apparently it is true, but I don't know how we can test it. Perhaps an archeologist found an ancient pot of honey or something to confirm this.

 

[ggohil 0]

Watching a documentary on surgery performed by ancient Egyptians, one local doctor

guaranteed a wound treated with honey will not get infected.

 

[Tarun 6]

Natural Health Tip - Tuesday February 26, 2002

Honey: The Wonder Food

Ancient civilizations used honey for wounds and scars, and Hippocrates recommended honey to combat ulcers. Although many of claims made today about honey's beneficial properties are circumstantial, this is one item that you can consume for just about any reason you want to claim and it will not hurt you.

Honey consists of simple sugars, which break down easily in body, so it provides quick energy. It is processed very little, so it's healthier to use than sugar. And if you choose to believe anecdotal evidence, it can help everything from sore throat and sleeplessness to minor scratches and cuts.

Here's just one recipe for cold and flu season: a glass of hot milk, one or two teaspoons of honey and a shot of brandy.

Mix it up and down the hatch to sooth that rough throat and help you rest.

- Carla Joy

ps - Just a thought.

There's a lecture in which PrabhupAd describes how to make 1st class liquor aka Brandy using Sulfuric Acid.

I've never tried it. How'bout you?