Description
Bael soaked in Honey, Vilva Pazham soaked in Honey.
“Honey Bael” (known as Honey Vilvam in Tamil) is a medicinal preparation made by soaking slices of the Bael fruit (Aegle marmelos) in pure honey. In 2026, it remains a popular traditional remedy across India for its high nutritional and therapeutic value.
Indian Names for Bael (Vilvam)
The Bael tree is known by various names across different Indian languages:
- Sanskrit: Bilva, Sriphala, Shivadruma (meaning “Shiva’s tree”).
- Hindi: Bel, Bael, Sirphal, Bilva.
- Tamil: Vilvam, Kooviliam, Aluram.
- Malayalam: Koovalam, Vilvam, Kuvalam.
- Telugu: Maredu, Bilvamu, Bilvachettu.
- Kannada: Bilvapatre, Belada mara, Bilva patra mara.
- Marathi: Bel.
- Gujarati: Bili, Bilwa Phal.
- Bengali: Bel.
- English: Bael Fruit, Stone Apple, Wood Apple, Bengal Quince, Golden Apple.
Benefits of Honey Vilvam
Honey-soaked Bael is considered a potent health booster. Its key benefits as of 2026 include:
- Digestive Health: It is highly effective for treating constipation, indigestion, and gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and dysentery.
- Immune System Support: Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, it strengthens the body’s natural defenses against infections.
- Energy Booster: The combination of fruit sugars and honey provides a natural, sustained energy boost.
- Diabetes Management: Bael has a low glycemic index and may help regulate insulin production, though it should be taken under medical guidance if already on medication.
- Respiratory Relief: It is used in traditional medicine to help manage asthma, bronchitis, and common colds.
- Bone Health: It provides essential minerals like calcium, which help strengthen bones.
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