Honey in Quran and Hadith + Scientific Research

Both the holy Qur'an and Hadith refer to honey as a healer of disease.

'And thy Lord taught the bee to build its cells in hills, on trees and in (men's) habitations..... there issues from within their bodies a drink of varying colours, wherein is healing for mankind. Verily in this is a Sign for those who give thought'.
(Translation of Quran 16:68-69)

 Narrated Ibn 'Abbas: (The Prophet said), "Healing is in three things: A gulp of honey, cupping, and branding with fire (cauterizing)." But I forbid my followers to use (cauterization) branding with fire."  [Bukhari-584]

 Narrated Ibn 'Abbas: The Prophet said, "Healing is in three things: cupping, a gulp of honey or cauterization, (branding with fire) but I forbid my followers to use cauterization (branding with fire)."  [Bukhari-5]

 Narrated 'Aisha: The Prophet used to like sweet edible things and honey.  [Bukhari-586]

 Narrated Jabir bin Abdullah: I heard the Prophet saying, "If there is any healing in your medicines, then it is in cupping, a gulp of honey or branding with fire (cauterization) that suits the ailment, but I don't like to be (cauterized) branded with fire."  [Bukhari-587]

 Narrated Abu Said Al-Khudri: A man came to the Prophet and said, "My brother has some abdominal trouble." The Prophet said to him "Let him drink honey." The man came for the second time and the Prophet said to him, 'Let him drink honey." He came for the third time and the Prophet said, "Let him drink honey." He returned again and said, "I have done that ' The Prophet then said, "Allah has said the truth, but your brother's abdomen has told a lie. Let him drink honey." So he made him drink honey and he was cured.  [Bukhari-588]

Effects of honey

1. Antibacterial and antifungal properties
2. Anti-diarrhoeal properties
3. Wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties
4. Anti-tussive and expectorant properties
5. Nutritional properties

Scienctific significance of honey:
Honey is of value in treating burns, infected surgical wounds and decubitus ulcers. Honey is very viscous, enabling it to absorb water from surrounding inflamed tissue. For example, a study in West Africa showed that skin grafting, surgical debridement and even amputation were avoided when local application of honey to wound promoted healing, whereas conventional treatment failed.

In another study, wound healing was accelerated by application of honey in women who had undergone radical vulvectomy for vulval cancer. Also, it has been suggested that honey may be useful in the treatment of chronic, foul smelling ulcers seen in leprosy.

Nature's Energy Booster
The benefits of honey go beyond its great taste. A great natural source of carbohydrates which provide strength and energy to our bodies, honey is known for its effectiveness in instantly boosting the performance, endurance and reduce muscle fatigue of athletes.

Immunity System Builder
Amongst the many health benefits of honey, honey can be a powerful immune system booster.

Honey and Vinegar cure many Ailments like Arthritis
The healt h benefits of honey and vinegar drink are widely known. This recipe has traditionally been used as a home self-detox or self remedy for many ailments such as arthritis.

Honey and Cinnamon cure many Ailments like hair loss and bad breath.
The combination of honey and cinnamon has been used in oriental medicine for centuries and people have claimed that the mixture is a formula for many health benefits and a cure for many ailments including hair loss and bad breath.

Cure for diarrhea 
Mixed with hot water, and taken in several small doses, honey is considered the best remedy for diarrhea

Honey and Lemon: Weight Loss Diet Tip
A honey and lemon diet can relieve you of your weight problem.

Milk and Honey improves Digestion and bowel movements.
Adding honey to diary products such as sour milk and yoghurts can improve the digestion and bowel movements.

Cholesterol Fighter
The antioxidants in honey are a cholesterol fighter and have the potential to protect against heart disease!

Honey good for Pregnant Moms
To minimize your heartburn woes during pregnancy and honey with milk recipe is one of them. Mixing some honey with your milk is very good for helping neutralize the excess of stomach acid. Drink a glass of milk every night before going to bed.

Honey for Sore Throats 

One of the better known health benefits of honey is that it is able to help treat sore throats.

source:
1. http://www.islamiccentreofindia.com/HealthandIslam/Honey.aspx
2. https://plus.google.com/117231070882611263495