Honey resonates with love, vitality and all things sweet. But can you really lose weight with honey? Read on.

Honey is fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium-free

A spoonful of jam, a scoop of chocolate fudge or a piece of chocolate; our late night cravings revolve around these things. When someone with a sweet tooth has a craving for something sweet, all they need is their tongue to swirl in strong sugary flavour, but then dieting or losing weight gets in the way.

What if we tell you that we can combine these two things for you so that while you enjoy the taste of sweetness in your mouth, you end up losing weight? Honey is the answer, in case you are wondering! 

According to the National Honey Board, honey is fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium-free, and hence, rightly called nature's sweet nectar.But, can you really lose weight with honey? It is believed that drinking warm water with honey along with a tinge of lime early in the morning could be an effective anti-cellulite treatment, as it helps to increase body's metabolism.

But, with 64 calories per tablespoon, how can honey help you shed those extra pounds?

According to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, honey helps control your appetite. If you consume honey before bed, your body begins to burn more fat during those early hours of sleep.You can even take a step further and replace all refined sugar in your diet with honey in order to re-balance the brain signal that compels you to consume more sweets.

Experts suggest to kick-start your day by adding a spoonful of honey and lemon juice (from half a lemon) to a cup of warm water. Not only does honey and lemon potion helps in weight loss, but also improves the immunity.