The great sweetener debate has diabetics and people fighting obesity caught between two seemingly impossible choices. On one side sits honey, nature’s golden nectar that feels wholesome and natural.
Despite its sugar content, honey has some benefits that make it a viable option for diabetics. The glycemic index (GI) is a measure of how quickly a food raises blood sugar levels. Pure glucose is ...
Medically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MS Maple syrup has more potassium and calcium than raw honey. Both sweeteners are ...
Not only can you use honey as a sugar substitute, but it may also provide health benefits when used appropriately. Suchandrima Bhowmik is a freelance journalist who specializes in medical, health and ...
Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Depending on when you eat it, honey can boost your energy levels, improve digestion, and ...
In a recent Nutrition Reviews journal study, researchers from the University of Toronto performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of previous controlled trials to better understand the impact of ...
Most of us have a jar of honey in our pantries that we use to sweeten a cup of tea or stir into yogurt. But it turns out the kitchen staple is more than just delicious — it's good for you, too. The ...
Matt Clonts holds a wooden frame where his bees have built honeycombs. When the right section is full, Clonts collects the honey and beeswax to use for his products. (Photo courtesy of Matt Clonts) ...
Honey has been a part of our diets and medicine for centuries, but many misconceptions about its health benefits still exist ...