The Claim

Natural honey reduces granulation tissue weight and angiogenesis in the rat air pouch model of inflammation, indicating potential anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic properties.

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

What the research says

Roughly balanced

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Supports
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Challenges
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Cause and effect
1 study reviewed
In plain English

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.

See the scientific wording

Natural honey reduces granulation tissue weight and angiogenesis in the rat air pouch model of inflammation, indicating potential anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic properties.

What the research says

1 study

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

    The study used honey on rats and found it reduced swelling and blood vessel growth, just like the claim said it would.

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