Boost your energy and stay healthy with honey

Eat honey to boost your energy and stay healthy

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Honey is not only a natural sweetener, it also boosts energy levels. A recent US study suggests that natural honey is a better remedy for children's coughs than expensive medicines because it soothes sore throats straight away. Try these top 10 tips on adding honey to your meals and take a look at our delicious honey recipes.

1. Add to porridge so when your body burns the natural sugar it'll supply you with central heating when the weather's cold.

2. Natural yogurt for breakfast is good for you, but make it taste sweeter with a teaspoon of runny honey stirred in.

3. Keep your fruit intake up by making a smoothie, using whatever fruit you like, some orange juice and a good dollop of honey - it should keep you going until lunchtime.

4. Make a honey sandwich for a snack that's delicious and quick any time, especially if you're on the run.

5. If you've got a cold, put a large teaspoon of honey in a mug, add a slice of lemon with a couple of cloves, top up with very hot water.

6. If you're making pancakes, try using honey instead of syrup or sugar for a natural alternative.

7. Using honey in your tea or coffee instead of sugar is a good idea - honey is sweeter than sugar so you need to use less, and it's lower in calories too.

8. For a sauce that's quick and good for you, top ice cream with honey.

9. To make a speedy pudding, just slice up a banana and drizzle with honey.

10. When you need an instant boost to your energy levels, try a teaspoon of honey.

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By Anna Penniceard