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Sweet aromatic mixture often used for throat soothing
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Ginger honey mixture (21 g) has 64 calories. That works out to 304 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 21 g
64
KCAL / 21G
Carbs
17.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 64 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.05 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 21 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 91 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 42 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 137 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 304 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 340 g | 1034 kcal |
Calculated from 304 calories per 100 g.
Ginger honey mixture is commonly used to add a sweet, warming flavor to drinks and to soothe an irritated throat. It may make discomfort feel more manageable, but it does not treat the cause of a cough, cold, or infection.
Ginger honey mixture is made by stirring grated fresh ginger into honey. Use a clean, dry jar and refrigerate the homemade mixture, since fresh ginger adds moisture. Always scoop it out with a clean, dry spoon.
Ginger honey mixture may soothe a cough temporarily, especially by coating an irritated throat, but it cannot cure the underlying cause. Never give honey to a child under 12 months because of the risk of infant botulism.
Yes, you can stir Ginger honey mixture into tea once it has cooled enough to drink. Adding it to very hot tea can dull its aroma. Taste the drink before adding more, since the mixture already contains honey.
Yes, most people can have a small amount of Ginger honey mixture each day. It contains honey, so frequent large servings can add substantial sugar to your diet. If you have diabetes, ask your healthcare professional how it fits your plan.
Homemade Ginger honey mixture containing fresh ginger should be kept refrigerated in a clean, sealed container. Its safe storage time varies with preparation and handling, so discard it if you notice mold, bubbling, or an unusual smell.
Yes, lemon juice can be added to Ginger honey mixture for a sharper, citrus flavor. Because extra liquid can affect how well a homemade mixture keeps, make a small batch, refrigerate it, and use clean utensils.
Ginger honey mixture is suitable only for children older than 12 months, because honey can cause infant botulism in younger babies. For an older child, offer a small amount; seek medical advice for breathing difficulty or persistent symptoms.
Yes, you can have Ginger honey mixture before bed, and its honey may temporarily soothe a dry, irritated throat. It is sugary, so avoid making it a bedtime habit without brushing your teeth afterward.
Yes, ground ginger works in Ginger honey mixture and gives it a more concentrated, earthy flavor. Freshly grated ginger makes a brighter, juicier mixture, but also adds moisture, so refrigerate either homemade version.
Vitamins
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.25mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.07mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.05mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Ginger honey mixture is a simple blend of honey and fresh ginger, usually grated or finely chopped. The proportions vary from one homemade batch to another, and the combination appears in many food traditions rather than belonging to one fixed regional recipe. Its sweetness is rounded by ginger’s warm, peppery bite, while the texture can range from smooth and syrupy to flecked with ginger.
It is often stirred into warm tea or water, or spooned over porridge and plain yoghurt. The mixture is mostly carbohydrate: it contains 82 g per 100 g, so a little can bring plenty of sweetness and aroma. Start with a small spoonful in a drink and adjust to taste; using less honey or serving it alongside unsweetened yoghurt keeps the overall serving less sweet.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.