In a study, researchers wanted to compare the therapeutic effects of honey and antitussive drugs on children with respiratory tract infection. The results showed that honey not only has antitussive effect, but also helps sleep. 
Some children under the age of 1 should not eat honey, because honey may stimulate children's intestines and cause children's diarrhea
 the researchers believe that honey is more effective than antitussive drugs for children with respiratory tract infection.