Honey and other bee products, like propolis, pollen, royal jelly and bee bread, have long been used by natural medicine practitioners to restore male reproductive power and improve erectile function, says local entrepreneur Eve Blair, creator of HoneyMed superfoods. 

“Honey is rich in nutrients and minerals and unique biochemical components that nourish and rejuvenate the human body, including our sex health,” she says. 

Some 400 components in honey contribute to rejuvenation and healing, Blair says, including the following:

• Fluorine and bromide balance the endocrinal system and metabolic processes.

• Selenium and zinc directly affect male urinary health.

• Group B vitamins influence sperm mobility, boost erectile function, improve quality of sperm content, increase sexual performance and positively affect overall health. 

• Potassium and magnesium benefit the vascular system and promote a healthy metabolism.

• Vitamin D encourages production of male sex hormones, is involved in metabolic processes and is responsible for sperm maturation.

• Vitamin C helps rehabilitate and strengthen protective functions and reduces inflammation.

• Vitamin A fortifies immunity, improves erection and protects male reproductive health in general.

• Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, removes toxins and boosts libido. 

In addition to stimulating brain function, improving the nervous and cardiovascular systems, regulating internal organ function and alleviating depression, honey contributes to tissue rejuvenation, better hearing and vision, emotional wellness and overall energy and vitality, Blair says. All these factors, in turn, positively affect our sex life. 

“The simple act of incorporating honey into your daily diet has countless long-term benefits,” she says. “Replacing sugar and artificial sweeteners with this natural bee-made nectar will regulate your blood sugar, decrease blood pressure and gradually rid your body of toxins and extra pounds. You will feel lighter, faster, more limber and energetic, leading to increased libido and better performance.”

Natural Add-Ins

Honey mixed with whole or crushed walnuts is “a tried and true folk remedy for better male health,” she says. She recommends taking a spoonful daily, and suggests adding ground lemon with zest or, “to take healing to another level,” a clove of crushed, peeled garlic. This honey blend should be kept refrigerated. 

Adding ginger and turmeric to honey further boosts its healing benefits, she says. In fact that’s the science behind HoneyMed, a blend of local raw honey and turmeric, ginger and cayenne pepper. 

“We recommend men take half a teaspoon three times daily for improved urinary health and stamina,” Blair says. 

For men who prefer their honey in a drink, she suggests making HoneyMed Vitality Elixir (see recipe, this page).

“The elixir is best taken on an empty stomach first thing in the morning, but it’s also great as a digestive or before going to bed,” she says.

For more information, visit HoneyMedBiz.com

HoneyMed Vitality Elixir

1 cup warm water (not boiling, but warm enough to melt the honey)

1 spoonful HoneyMed 

Juice from 1 lemon wedge