The Health Benefits of Sidr Honey

At The Hives of Yemen, we often tell people about how amazing Sidr Honey is, and it’s numerous health benefits – but what exactly are they? Here are some of the things that make Yemeni Sidr Honey special!

1. A Rare Delicacy
2. Benefits & Medicinal Use
3. Scientific Studies
4. The Benefits

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1. A Rare Delicacy

Many types of raw honey have health and medicinal qualities but Sidr Honey has an abundance of minerals, vitamins and other nutrients which makes it even more potent.

It’s a remedy for many ailments and strengthens the immune system, improving vitality, treating digestive issues and maintaining the health of the gut. The trees grow in the Hadramout region, in a remote valley called Wadi Do’an in Southern Yemen and because of its remote location it means only a true monofloral honey is made. There is only a short period of time each year when the flowers of the tree bloom and the bees collect the nectar so the honey is rare.

2. Benefits & Medicinal Use

Sidr honey is among the few types of honey that is considered medicinal grade – it has undisputed and numerous health benefits. Unlike local store bought honey, it has antiseptic, antibacterial, and antibiotic properties.

Sidr honey has been used as a healthcare resource for many centuries and contains numerous health and medicinal benefits. It is useful for topical applications, treating infections and sinuses, and even boosting your immune system. The World Academy of Science, Engineering, and Technology conducted studies on Sidr honey and concluded that specifically “Yemeni Sidr honey possesses potent anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic properties. These properties may be as a result of the phytochemicals present.”

Additionally Sidr honey is used to alleviate stomach pains, digestive, and liver problems and provides a boost to the immune system, much like how black seed oil does.

3. Scientific Studies

An interesting study was carried out at the University of Ottowa by Tala Alandejani, M.D. on the effects of Sidr honey on the deadly MRSA bacteria. MRSA causes infections in different parts of the body and is usually resistant to the usual antibiotics, thereby making it a very dangerous bacteria. The study found that Sidr honey had a 73% effectiveness in killing the bacteria. When tested against another strain of bacteria, the MSSA, Sidr honey was 63% effective.

Additionally, study published in 2013 from King Saud University investigates the possible protective effect of Sidr honey on carbon tetrachloride-induced oxidative stress and liver and kidney damage in rats. The researchers gave the Sidr honey to the rats orally and started observing the results on the animals’ liver and kidneys.

The study concluded that Sidr honey showed effective protection to the liver and kidneys from damage. Moreover, it showed strong antioxidant activity in DPPH and ß-carotene-linoleic acid assays. Honey also contained phenolic compounds that may be a potential treatment for cardiovascular diseases.

In another study published in the World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology magazine, 2011, researchers studied the anti-inflammatory properties of Yemeni Sidr honey on rats. The application of Yemeni Sidr honey on rats showed great potential in inhibiting both phases of carrageenan-induced paw oedema compared with the chemical medicines. Based on the results, it can be suggested that Yemeni Sidr honey’s ability to inhibit carrageenan-induced paw oedema may be due to its suppression of the release of mediators responsible for inflammation, including histamine, serotonin, bradykinin and prostaglandin.

4. The Benefits of Yemeni Sidr Honey

1. Antibacterial, Antiviral, and Anti-inflammatory Properties: Sidr honey has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a higher antibacterial effect on certain strains of bacteria than sidr honey, effectively treats gastric ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, gum disease, and upper respiratory infections. It helps prevent inflammation in the oesophagus due to radiation and chemotherapy, which are standard cancer treatments.
2. Heals Wounds: Sidr honey is effective in healing wounds, burns, eczema, dermatitis, and skin infections.
3. Good for Skin: Sidr cleanses and exfoliates the skin, removes pigmentation, and helps prevent premature ageing.
4. Good for Throat: Sidr helps alleviates sore throat by reducing the inflammation in the throat. Moreover, Sidr honey can prevent tooth decay as well.
5. Natural Purifier: Sidr honey is a natural energizer, stamina booster, and blood purifier. It fights skin infections, heals wounds, acne, fungal infections like ringworm, athlete’s foot, and dandruff when used topically.
6. Good for Gut: Also, it has live probiotic cultures that improve your gut health. It facilitates easy bowel movement and helps in digestion.
7. Good for Fertility: Antioxidants present in the honey are cancer preventive. Moreover, you can use it to boost fertility and cure sexual problems in both males and females.
8. Good for Overall Health: It boosts immunity, delays ageing, prevents neuromuscular degeneration, increases cognitive function, and improves cardiovascular health. It also relieves stress, lower high blood pressure, and promote sound sleep.

Our Yemeni Sidr Honey is of the highest quality available in Australia and will outperform other honeys when put to the test!

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