Honey is an extract of flower nectar and honeybee body parts. Its beehive gives rise to its characteristic golden yellow colour and aroma. The composition of honey varies from place to place,  depending on the  method of extraction  and the nectar source. The medicinal uses of honey have been documented in many civilizations, religions and system of medicine. Honey is popular as a folk medicine when used in its pure from or in combination with herbs and other ingredients. In recent years, honey has been investigated for use in scientific medicine. Some of the most successful uses include  control of wound infection, prevention of post surgical wound infections, and in the treatment of burns , diabetic foot, radiation mucositis, sore throat,  to name a few. Ophthalmologists, ortorhinolaryngologists, oro dental physicians and dermatologists are exploring its further use in other disease conditions. To date, there are about 50 published articles on the medicinal uses of honey.

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