Raw honey contains quercetin, a natural anti-inflammatory. (Hmmm, where have we heard of this compound before. . ?) Local raw honey contains propolis and bee pollen, which boosts the immune system and helps build immunity to allergens. And it is loaded with antimicrobials. Your doctor was not wrong.
We encourage consumption of local raw honey rather than the big-name honeys sold in chain grocery stores. Why? That honey is not only pasturized (cooked to death), it contains no pollen! Much is imported from Asia.
Besides that, local honey just tastes better.
And some grocery store honey is cut with corn syrup, so I’ve been told.