Honey might help reduce inflammation in rats by blocking certain chemicals that cause swelling and blood vessel growth, suggesting it could calm down inflammation.

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Natural Honey: A New and Potent Anti-Angiogenic Agent in the Air-Pouch Model of Inflammation

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2014 Oct

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Natural Honey: A New and Potent Anti-Angiogenic Agent in the Air-Pouch Model of Inflammation

Score: 7

DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1363229

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Honey might help reduce swelling and blood vessel growth in inflamed areas, based on a test in rats, which could mean it has properties that fight inflammation and block new blood vessels from forming.

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