The Benefit of Tualang Honey in Reducing Acute Respiratory Symptoms Among Malaysian Hajj Pilgrims

Acute respiratory symptoms such as cough, rhinitis, sore throat and fever are one of the main health problems encountered by pilgrims performing Hajj in Mekah.

The possible causes include over-crowding and low immune status as a result of stress. Honey is reputed to contain multiple chemical compounds that are capable of enhancing the immune system and has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

The effectiveness of Malaysian multi floral wild honey “Madu Lebah Tualang - Agromas” have been found in reducing acute respiratory symptoms amongst Hajj pilgrims.