Our gastrointestinal systems, or our gut, contain a whole world of bacteria and organisms. These organisms are helpful for vitamin production, digestion, immune health, and a whole variety of bodily functions. This living world, or gut microbiota, can have both good and needed bacteria to keep us healthy, and bad bacteria or pathogens that make us sick.

The evidence that honey will help to ease gastrointestinal discomfort is amazing! However, honey should not be given to children under the age of 12 months per CDC guidelines.

Contact your doctor if you are unable to keep food or drink down, uncontrolled vomiting, or concerns for dehydration including decreased urination, abdominal pain, chest pain or shortness of breath.