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Vinegar and honey are often combined, either in a drink called an "oxymel" or in homemade skincare remedies.
A traditional herbal remedy, Greek for "acid and honey" (oxy-meli), made by infusing herbs in honey and vinegar.
Ancient Honey-and-Vinegar Combo Could Actually Treat Infected Wounds
Hippocrates and the Oxymel
https://kristasherbarium.com/2018/01/30/hippocrates-and-the-oxymel/
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Avoiding Citrus: He advised against consuming citrus fruits, believing they contributed to an alkaline body state, which he thought was a cause of sickness.
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Historical medicine suggests a new way to use modern treatments
Sweet and sour synergy: exploring the antibacterial and antibiofilm activity of acetic acid and vinegar combined with medical-grade honeys
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10433418/
Hippocrates and the Oxymel
https://kristasherbarium.com/2018/01/30/hippocrates-and-the-oxymel/
Oxymel: A systematic review of preclinical and clinical studies
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10730569/
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Honey is a natural source of sugars and minerals that can act as osmolytes, helping cells manage stress and fluid balance.
Honey naturally produces hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) when diluted, a process driven by the enzyme glucose oxidase. This creates a "Nectar Redox Cycle" that contributes to its antimicrobial properties.
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Polyphenols are plant-based bioactive compounds whose biosynthesis occurs via the shikimate and aceto-malonate pathways. They are naturally present in foods like honey and vinegar, where they often exist as esters or glycosides linked with carboxylic acids or glucose.
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