Staying Healthy
Honey for health?
Honey is composed mainly of water (17%) and two simple sugars, fructose (38%) and glucose (31%). Minor ingredients include various complex sugars, minerals, vitamins, and proteins. Some of these ingredients have antioxidant properties, but the amounts are so small that they may not affect health. A tablespoon of honey contains about 64 calories; in comparison, a level tablespoon of table sugar contains 45 calories.
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