22/05/2022
Can honey be healthy for your children? Yes! While deceptively sweet, this golden nectar is packed full of healthy and helpful properties for growing kids.
Honey is naturally sweet thanks to the hard work of pollinating bees. This sweetener was consumed by ancient civilizations in Egypt, Greece, Rome, India, and more for its healing powers. The ancient secret of honey’s medicinal properties is now well known, and your family can benefit from it, too.
While delicious, honey should never be given to children under 1 and it’s not recommended for children under 2 years old. Honey contains toxic bacteria that may cause infant botulism, a serious form of food poisoning that can end in death. There is also a risk of pollen allergies developed from honey. While this is scary, once your child is at least 2 there are plenty of health benefits that make honey a staple in any kitchen.