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Honey

Honey

Carb Check

Carbs
75g
Carbs
Fiber
0g
Fiber
Net Carbs
75g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
15g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
60
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
9
Glycemic Load

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
No
Keto
No
Carnivore
No
Paleo
Yes
Slow Carb
No
Vegan
No
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
No

pH Check

Honey
Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Honey

  • Water
    19.0g
  • Fiber
    0.0g
  • Carbs
    75.0g
  • Fat
    0.0g
  • Protein
    0.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
Not present
Purine
Not present
Tyramine
Low
FODMAP
High
Oxalate
Not present
Goitrogen
Not present
Sulfite
Not present
Nitrate
Not present
Antioxidants
Moderate

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

Honey is a natural sweetener known for its antibacterial properties and mild amounts of minerals. However, due to its high sugar content and glycemic index, it should be consumed sparingly in a low-carb diet.

  • Contains 46.7% of the RDA for iron, contributing to its role in combating anemia.
  • High glycemic index (GI) of 60, implying a more significant rise in blood glucose levels.
  • Offers negligible amounts of major nutrients but provides moderate zinc content at 21.4% of RDA.

Is Honey keto?

Honey is not typically suitable for a ketogenic diet due to its high carbohydrate content and glycemic index, which can quickly elevate blood sugar levels, disrupting ketosis.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Honey

The high glycemic index of 60 for honey means it causes a rapid spike in blood glucose levels, making it not ideal for those managing their carbohydrate impact.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0
Vitamin C
2
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.001
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.16
Beta-Carotene
0

Mineral Check

Sodium
5
Calcium
6
Iron
1.3
Potassium
45
Magnesium
2
Phosphorus
5
Zinc
0.4

Allergen Check

Fructose
High
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
Not present
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

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