What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Honey Before Bed Every Night

7.Better Memory:

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Honey contains calcium which the brain can utilize for signaling. A Reuters Health summary described a study where participants received nothing, hormone therapy, or 20 g of honey over four months. Women consuming honey recalled one additional word on a brief memory test. Cognitive benefits likely stem from honey’s array of antioxidants and micronutrients that defend neurons against oxidative and inflammatory stressors tied to decline. Its natural sugars offer sustained fuel, while flavonoids may support neuroplasticity and healthy synapse formation. Anti inflammatory actions could also help preserve brain function and memory integrity over time.