A lot of people use honey as a substitute for sugar. Well, it is better to take honey instead of sugar but honey is more than a simple sweetener. It is elixir of life. It has high antioxidant content that protects the heart by maintaining cholesterol levels. Honey can make you sleep better since it contains a sleep-promoting substance called tryptophan.

Honey has anti-inflammatory properties and is loaded with anti-oxidants. Add honey to your tea. It provides you with antioxidant polyphenolic compounds which are said to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.