Honey's anti-bacterial properties comes from following factors -
1. Acidity - Low pH inhibits growth of bacteria
2. Contains hydrogen peroxide that is an antiseptic
3. Bee defensin-1, an antimicrobial peptide is present in honey

Honey has been therapeutic for sore throat and reduce symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections, like cold. Add spoonful of honey to warm water for best results

Honey induces leukocytes to release cytokines, which is what begins the repair cascades. Furthermore, it activates immune response to infection.

Vitamins and minerals in honey boosts the body's capacity to burn fat by accelerating metabolism.

A review of 26 studies on honey and wound care found it most effective at healing partial-thickness burns and wounds that have become infected after surgery.