Sugar or honey?
Honey gets a “more natural” halo, but in the end both are sugar. The difference is smaller than the marketing suggests.
Side by side (per 100 g)
| per 100 g | refined sugar | honey | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 | 304 | |
| Protein | 0.3g | 0.3g | |
| Carbs | 99.5g | 82.4g | |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.2g | |
| Sugar | 99.5g | 82.1g | |
| Fat | 0g | 0g |
source: TACO · USDA
Who wins at what
Honey has a touch fewer calories per gram and sweetens more (you use less), plus traces of antioxidants. But your body treats both as sugar — moderation matters for both. Never give honey to babies under 1.
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