Is it fine to take honey if we have diabetes or hypertension?
Sunday, February 21st, 2010 at
8:03 pm
I'm just curious, is it safe if we take honey while at the same time we also have hypertension or diabetes? Because I heard some people said it is not recommended to do so. As far as I concern, honey is a great medicine. I just want to help other people though. Thanks....
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You can take it, have to realize it’s sugar and will raise blood levels. Do your search on different types of honey etc. Don’t over do it. I also eat fruits and it doesn’t impact my levels to much. Thre both good for you.
http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/question/51953/30258
Any sugary substance will raise blood sugars and is definitely not a good idea for “medicine” with a diabetic. Since it is not salty it is probably ok for people with hypertension but again I doubt being used as a medicine will be effective. You need to do more research if you want to help people rather than harm them.
Count your carbs.
According to my doctor friend who is a diabetic, he takes honey from time to time to satisfy his sweet tooth (not necessarily as a medicine) but he counts calories and carbs, so there’s no problem there, he says. And by the way, he is also hypertensive. So, in moderation, honey could be a good source of food and as a medicine for those who believe in its efficacy and effectiveness to alleviate some ailments. Good luck to you.