Is it beneficial to drink milk with honey at night?
Disease description:
I have a habit of drinking milk in the evening and would like to add some honey to it. Is it advisable to drink milk with honey at night?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Lei
Drinking milk with honey in the evening is a health-promoting practice, combining the nutritional benefits and therapeutic effects of both milk and honey. On one hand, milk is rich in protein, calcium, vitamins, and other nutrients, which help improve sleep quality, inhibit absorption of heavy metals, reduce the risk of stroke, and suppress tumor cell growth. On the other hand, honey is abundant in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, offering multiple benefits—including skin beautification and nourishment, improved sleep quality, and regulation and tonification of the spleen and stomach. When combined, milk and honey not only enhance flavor but also complement each other nutritionally, promoting digestion, improving sleep quality, moisturizing and nourishing the skin, and alleviating fatigue. However, individuals allergic to milk or honey should avoid this beverage, and people with diabetes should consume it cautiously.
