First Aid Honey

When your dealing with a wound, cuts or burns, instead of putting on a petroleum based cream or even a natural salve or balm, try some honey instead! Honey is considered superior to most ointments today, even in modern medical practices. It provides the perfect environment for healing. It keeps the area moist, provides nourishment in the form of glucose and various vitamins for cells to use for healing. Wounds, especially deep ones should be allowed to weep for a period of time in the initial healing phase. This is your body's way of flushing out debris and pathogens. Something that's hard to do with a wound covered in oil based ointment or salve! Honey is also extremely antibacterial, antifungal and helps with inflammation. All important qualities for a good wound remedy.