BY AMY LUPTON

Honey is an all around superfood, and you will have me singing its praises all the time. Here at Liferoot we are stewards to thousands and thousands of bees. Watching the amazing miracle that creates honey and then the amazing superfood it becomes for people is the best!

Honey can do everything from heal wounds, help with gut & digestive health, calm skin rashes, and so much more.

It can also help with allergies, particularly seasonal allergies, due to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and immune-boosting properties.

It is important to get local honey from your community (check your farmers markets or local grocery stores). Most cities have a local beekeeper association if you need additional help finding honey in your area.

A Note about Honey Consumption: If you are allergic to bees, there is a chance you might have an intolerance to honey. Also, honey is high in fructose and glucose, so eat in moderation. Super foods are best eaten in smaller quantities. It makes them more effective.

Honey Contains Natural Antihistamine

Honey contains a natural antihistamine from trace amounts of pollen from local flowers. Consuming this type of honey may help desensitize your immune system to the pollen, acting like a natural form of immunotherapy. Some people believe eating raw local honey can reduce the severity of allergic reactions over time, and there are many anecdotal testimonies of people reversing allergies just with raw and local honey.

Honey Soothes Throat & Reduces Irritation

Honey is soothing and anti-inflammatory, making it great for easing sore throats, coughing, or post-nasal drip that often accompany allergies. The composition of honey helps irritation in the throat caused by mucus build up. It helps relieve congestion, which is especially helpful for allergies that affect the respiratory system, like pollen or dust allergies. It also provides moisture to the nasal passages and throat, helping to ease the dryness and irritation caused by constant sneezing or coughing.

Honey has Been Said to Strengthen the Immune System

Honey is rich in antioxidants, which help boost the immune system and protect the body against infections that can worsen allergy symptoms. It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties, helping to keep the respiratory system free of infections.

How to Use Honey for Allergies

✔ Raw Honey – Eat 1 teaspoon of raw, local honey daily to help your body build tolerance to local pollen.
✔ Honey in Tea – Add 1 teaspoon of raw honey to herbal teas (ginger, chamomile, or lemon tea) for relief.
✔ Honey & Lemon – Mix honey and lemon in warm water for a soothing drink that can ease throat irritation and reduce congestion.
✔ Honey and Ginger – Combine honey with fresh ginger in tea to help with inflammation and respiratory relief.

Honey Lemon Ginger Allergy-Relief Tea

Ingredients:

✔ 1 cup warm water
✔ 1 teaspoon raw, local honey
✔ 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (rich in vitamin C, supports immune function)
✔ 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (grated or sliced)
✔ A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, but helps clear sinuses)
✔ ¼ teaspoon turmeric (optional, but adds an anti-inflammatory boost)

Instructions:

-Boil 1 cup of water and let it cool slightly (not too hot to preserve the raw honey benefits).
-Add honey, lemon juice, and fresh ginger (grated or sliced) to the warm water.
-Stir in turmeric and cayenne pepper (if using) for extra anti-inflammatory and sinus-clearing effects.
-Let the ginger infuse for a few minutes, then sip slowly to enjoy the soothing benefits.

Drink 1–2 cups daily during allergy season to reduce symptoms and strengthen your immune system.