Issue 19, 2024

Exploring honey's potential as a functional food for natural sleep aid

Abstract

Sleep disorders present significant challenges to public health, necessitating effective and sustainable solutions beyond conventional pharmacological interventions. This study aims to investigate the potential of honey and its compositions as a functional food for addressing sleep disorders. A comprehensive review of existing literature explores honey's intrinsic properties and impact on sleep quality. The findings suggest that honey, with its unique composition and soothing effects, offers a promising avenue for enhancing sleep patterns without relying on pharmaceutical drugs. This study also discusses the possible mechanism of action and the challenges of using honey in this field. While further research is needed to elucidate specific mechanisms and optimal utilisation, integrating honey into holistic sleep management strategies holds promise for improving overall well-being and quality of life.

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Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
30 4 2024
Accepted
04 9 2024
First published
09 9 2024

Food Funct., 2024,15, 9678-9689

Exploring honey's potential as a functional food for natural sleep aid

M. F. Zulkifli, M. A. A. Masimen, P. M. Ridzuan and W. I. Wan Ismail, Food Funct., 2024, 15, 9678 DOI: 10.1039/D4FO02013H

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