Honey
Honey is a concentrated added sugar that can fit as a measured drizzle, but it is easy to pour far more than a teaspoon or tablespoon.
Why it received this rating
Honey is a concentrated added sugar with little protein or fiber. A teaspoon used to sweeten oatmeal or yogurt is a different portion from an unmeasured pour or a spoonful eaten on its own.
Nutrition snapshot
Per serving: 1 tablespoon (21g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC 169640, Honey. Values are scaled to 1 tablespoon (21 g) and rounded for display. Source reviewed August 17, 2026. Review nutrition source How nutrition data is handled
Portion and preparation guidance
Measure about 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon rather than pouring freehand. Stirring honey into yogurt, oatmeal, tea, or another food makes the amount visible and repeatable.
Symptoms or considerations
Honey is still a concentrated source of sugar even though it comes from a different ingredient than table sugar. If a very sweet food or drink worsens nausea or reflux for you, use a smaller measured amount and compare how that feels.
Common questions
Is honey a better sweetener than sugar on a GLP-1?
Both honey and table sugar are concentrated sources of sugar. This page rates honey mainly by portion rather than giving it special GLP-1 status. If you use it, measure the amount and consider the rest of the meal or drink.
How much honey is a reasonable amount?
A teaspoon gives a smaller sugar dose than a tablespoon. Measuring rather than pouring freehand makes the amount easier to track; choose the portion that fits the food or drink you are sweetening and your individual needs.
Individual tolerance varies. This rating is general educational guidance, not a statement that this food is the right choice for your personal medical needs. Follow advice from your prescriber or registered dietitian.
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