Namrata Namrata, Ajay Balda, Deepak Attri, Arup Giri*, Rajesh Kumar Jaryal
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-34147-2.00003-6
ABSTRACT. Honey, a natural and bioactive substance, has been widely recognized for its nutritional and therapeutic properties. Recent scientific investigations have highlighted its potential role in reproductive health management, offering a natural approach to fertility enhancement and protection against reproductive disorders. Rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and essential micronutrients, honey exerts significant protective effects against oxidative stress—a major factor implicated in male and female infertility. Its antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, and hormone-modulating properties contribute to improved sperm quality, ovarian function, and overall reproductive wellness. Additionally, honey and other apicultural products, such as royal jelly and propolis, have demonstrated efficacy in mitigating reproductive toxicity caused by environmental pollutants, endocrine disruptors, and metabolic disorders. Traditional medicine and emerging clinical studies support honey’s role in alleviating menopausal symptoms, improving uterine health, and enhancing fertility outcomes. This chapter comprehensively explores the biochemical mechanisms underlying honey’s impact on reproductive health, evaluates recent scientific evidence, and discusses its potential applications as a nutraceutical for fertility enhancement and reproductive well-being.
Keywords: Antioxidants; Antiinflammatory; Micronutrients; Oxidative stress; Royal jelly
Citation: Namrata, Ajay, Deepak, Rajesh Kumar, Arup Giri*. 2026. Honey Bioavailability understanding nutritional benefits and therapeutic potential. In ‘Honey Bioavilability: Understanding Nutritional Benefits and Therapeutic Potential’ Editors: Dr. Rajesh K Jaryal, Dr. Younis Ahmad, Prof. Shamsher S Kanwar. 1, 145-158. ISBN: 9780443341472; Publisher: Elsevier; Published: 09 January 2026; https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-34147-2.00003-6
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