Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 304 kcal1271.9 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 82.4 g
- Protein
- 0.3 g
- Total fat
- 0 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0.2 g
- Sodium
- 4 mg
- Calcium
- 6 mg
Nutrition referenceCondiments
Honey
Honey is a thick, sweet liquid produced by bees from flower nectar. Per 100 g it provides 304 calories with 82.4 g carbs, mostly natural sugars.
304
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 82.4g
- Protein
- 0.3g
- Fat
- 0g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Honey is a thick, sweet liquid produced by honeybees from flower nectar. It is used as a sweetener in drinks and cooking, and spread on bread, and its flavor varies with the flowers the bees visited.
Nutritionally, honey is almost entirely natural sugars. Per 100 g it provides about 304 kcal and 82.4 g of carbohydrates, with 0.3 g of protein and no fat, along with 0.2 g of dietary fiber, 4 mg of sodium, and 6 mg of calcium.
Honey is calorie-dense, so small amounts add many calories. For accurate tracking, measure by the spoonful or weigh it, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 tbsp serving (about 21 g) provides roughly 64 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Honey nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in honey?
Honey provides about 304 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 tbsp serving (about 21 g) provides roughly 64 calories.
Is honey mostly sugar?
Yes. Honey is almost entirely natural sugars, providing about 82.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Is honey healthier than sugar?
Honey and sugar are both concentrated sweeteners with similar calories. Honey is about 82% sugars by weight.
