Antioxidant activity
We know the harmful effects of free radicals on human health as it causes gene mutations, molecular transformations, and many other serious adverse reactions. The resulting oxidative stress of the free radicals leads to the development of various diseases. The natural remedy of oxidative stress by honey proves to be quite beneficial as it reduces and prevents the oxidative stress and its impact on body cells.
Pure form of honey consists of several flavonoids such as kaempfero, quercetin, apigenin, phenolic acids, tocopherols, ascorbic acid, catalase, glutathione (Reduced form), superoxide dismutase, and peptides. Most of these useful antioxidants present in honey work simultaneously to offer a synergistic antioxidant reaction. Therefore, honey is the perfect alternative to certain preservatives like sodium tripolyphosphate to avoid lipid oxidation.