How many calories are in honey?

One tablespoon of honey has 64 calories. A teaspoon has 21 calories. Per 100g, honey contains 304 calories. It's slightly higher in calories than sugar due to density, but sweeter so you may use less.

Is honey better than sugar for weight loss?

Honey has 64 cal/tbsp vs sugar's 49 cal/tbsp, so it's not lower calorie. However, honey is sweeter so you might use less. For weight loss, reduce both. Neither is significantly better.

Is honey keto-friendly?

No, honey is not keto-friendly with 82.4g carbs per 100g - almost all from sugar. One tablespoon has 17g carbs. Use stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol instead on keto.

What is the glycemic index of honey?

Honey has a glycemic index of 61 (medium) vs table sugar's 65. The glycemic load is 12 per serving. Different honeys vary - darker honeys tend to have lower GI.

Honey contains trace antioxidants, enzymes, and antibacterial properties. Raw honey has more benefits than processed. However, it's still 82% sugar. Use in moderation - it's not a health food.

Can diabetics eat honey?

Diabetics should limit honey like any sugar. Its GI of 61 is slightly lower than sugar (65), but it still raises blood sugar. Count it as carbs (17g per tablespoon) in your meal plan.

Honey vs maple syrup: which is healthier?

Both are similar: honey has 64 cal/tbsp, maple syrup has 52 cal/tbsp. Maple has more minerals (manganese, zinc). Honey has more antioxidants. Both are mostly sugar - use sparingly.

What's the difference between raw and regular honey?

Raw honey is unheated and unfiltered, retaining more enzymes, antioxidants, and pollen. Regular honey is pasteurized and filtered for clarity. Calories are the same. Raw may have more health benefits.

Honey never truly expires due to low moisture and antibacterial properties. It may crystallize over time - this is natural and safe. Warm gently to reliquify. Store at room temperature.

Is Manuka honey worth the price?

Manuka honey has stronger antibacterial properties (methylglyoxal) and may help with wound healing and sore throats. For everyday sweetening, regular honey works fine. Manuka is 5-10x the price.

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Calories in Honey

USDA Verified · FDC 169640 · Jan 2026

64 calories

per 1 tablespoon (21g)

0.3g

Protein

82.4g

Carbs

Fat

0.2g

Fiber

Per 100g raw

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