It seems that the words on everyone’s lips is Gut Health for a healthy mind and body. But if you don’t fancy eating fermented vegetables on a daily basis, or if trying to eat the recommended 30 plants and veg a week seems like a big ask, then Honey Heaven might have an easier pill to swallow, especially if you have a sweet tooth!
Honey Heaven is a family business that sells over 16 different organic honeys sourced from an artisanal beekeeper in the wilds of the unspoilt Hungarian countryside. Sylvia Mocsari who set the business up with her brother, uses her knowledge of spices, herbs and botanicals learned at her mother’s knee and blends them with the honeys to boost their potential benefits.
When it comes to gut health, organic honey is a potent prebiotic, meaning it nourishes the gut microbiome, the good bacteria that live in the intestines and which are crucial not only for digestion but overall health. This means that all Honey Heaven honeys are potentially good for gut health but there are several that contain added ingredients that boost their gut health qualities:
Honey Heaven Organic Honey and Cardamom 300g £12.00
This organic raw wildflower honey crystalises quickly making it perfect for a creamed honey.
Add to this the distinctive flavour of cardamon and you have an epicurean delight! Honey Heaven use green cardamon seeds for their intense spicy aroma and flavour which adds a different layer of taste when used on toast, stirred into porridge, or perhaps drizzled over panna cotta and figs for a dessert with a Middle-Eastern twist.
Cardamom is said to bring with it many health benefits, not least for digestive issues. Cardamom seeds contain a large volume of volatile oils and have been used medicinally as a digestive aid for years. These volatile oils relieve excess gas, while improving digestive function and provide natural support to the intestine – easing bloating.
Honey Heaven Organic Honey and Ginger 300g £12.00
In this premium creamed honey, the distinctive heat of raw ginger contrasts deliciously with the sweetness of the honey.
Enjoy on toast, add to a ginger cake mix or try it as a topping for ice cream! Of course, ginger and honey are renown as a remedy for coughs and colds. If you feel the sniffles descending, melt some Honey & Ginger Honey in hot water with a dash of lemon for a tasty natural elixir.
But ginger is of course also known for its positive effects on digestion. Gingerol, a natural component of ginger root, benefits gastrointestinal motility ― the rate at which food exits the stomach and continues along the digestive process. Eating ginger encourages efficient digestion, so food doesn’t linger as long in the gut. This prevents constipation and nausea, the relief of which ginger has been eaten for centuries.
Honey Heaven’s Organic Turmeric Honey 300g £12.00
This golden elixir seamlessly blends the smooth sweetness of honey with the vibrant warmth of turmeric. Javanese turmeric is celebrated for its numerous health benefits, including its potent anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidant activity, and potential to support immune function. Studies by the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation also suggest that turmeric (curcumin) enhances diversity of the human microbiome and improves digestion. Curcumin may also work by fortifying the intestinal barrier.1 The intestinal barrier is a semi-permeable lining of the gut that lets nutrients in but keeps harmful microbial toxins s out.2
When combined with honey’s natural antioxidants and antimicrobial properties, these two ingredients are great sources of wellness and vitality. Our natural turmeric honey adds a touch of elegance to any dish. Its velvety texture and enticing aroma make it a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, while its vibrant colour and bold flavour profile elevate both sweet and savoury recipes to new heights
Honey Heaven’s Organic Hot Honey 300g £10.00
Honey Heaven has expertly blended deliciously sweet Organic Hungarian Acacia honey with an infusion of fiery Scotch Bonnet peppers. Together they deliver a perfectly balanced explosion of sweetness and spice that is the flavour combination on everyone’s lips this winter.
It’s not just delicious; it’s packed with health benefits too. Honey is known for its antioxidant properties which can help soothe sore throats, support the immune system and aid digestion. At the same time, chilli peppers can boost metabolism and have anti-inflammatory effects and may help with digestion because they contain capsaicin, which can increase digestive fluids and stimulate saliva production.
Take the chance to elevate everyday meals into extraordinary culinary moments and do yourself some good too.
Honey Heaven’s Organic CBD Honey 1500mg 300g £25.00
This product combines organic Full Spectrum CBD oil with premium Organic Hungarian Honey. The oil lends a delicious nutty flavour to the naturally sweet honey which makes it ideal not just for spreading on toast but also in baking or salad dressings.
The reputed health benefits of CBD oil are wide ranging from helping to alleviate stress and anxiety, headaches, insomnia, menstrual pain and more. Combining CBD oil with honey makes it more palatable for those who find the earthy flavour of the CBD oil a little unusual but who want to take advantage of the benefits.
Cannabinoids (like CBD) are chemical compounds produced naturally by the hemp plant. Amazingly, cannabinoids are also produced by the human body known as endocannabinoids (with Endo referring to internal or within the body). The body uses the endocannabinoid receptors in both the central and peripheral nervous systems for the regulation of various physiological processes such as sleep, appetite, mood, pain, stress response and immune functions.
But how does CBD work on the gut? Inflammation is our body’s natural response to infection and injury. In small amounts, it’s a good thing as it shows our bodies are responding appropriately to threats. But sometimes, inflammation outstays its welcome and becomes a threat in its own right. When chronic inflammation concentrates in the gut, it can manifest in digestive issues, chronic illnesses, or other health problems.
Thankfully, it’s possible that CBD could provide relief for gut inflammation, including Irritable Bowel Syndrome – a condition from which millions around the world suffer as studies show that CBD may have powerful anti-inflammatory properties which can alleviate the symptoms.
In addition, thanks to the commonly accepted brain-gut connection, anxiety and stress can impact your gut health and vice-versa. This can make it hard to determine whether stress is causing your stomach issues, or if your stomach issues are causing your stress. CBD could be the key to interrupting this cycle.
Recent studies have shown that CBD can ease anxiety in a clinical setting. Stress and digestive issues are often closely linked. Soothing one issue might soothe the other. So, it stands to reason that CBD could lead to both a calmer mind and a calmer gut.
What better way to try than in a delicious honey?
Honey then is the sweet answer to gut health but trying honeys with added benefits could make your gut even happier. To explore Honey Heaven’s full honey and CBD ranges and to buy, visit www.honeyheaven.co.uk
