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Energy-dense sweetener with black seed
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Honey with black seed (21 g) has 70 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 21 g
70
KCAL / 21G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 2% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.26 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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 | 70 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 100 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 42 g | 139 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 340 g | 1129 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
Honey with black seed is honey mixed with seeds of Nigella sativa, also called black cumin. The seeds may be whole or ground, and the proportions and texture vary by maker.
Honey with black seed is commonly eaten by the spoonful or used as a sweet, aromatic spread. It is also added to foods such as yogurt or porridge; claims that it treats or prevents disease are not established.
Honey with black seed does not treat the cause of a cough. Honey may soothe an irritated throat and ease coughing temporarily, but the black seed mixture is not a proven cure. Never give honey to a child under 12 months.
Honey with black seed tastes sweet with a distinctive, mildly bitter and peppery seed note. Its flavor and texture vary depending on the type of honey and whether the black seeds are whole or ground.
Yes, you can stir honey with black seed into tea. Let the tea cool a little first so the honey dissolves comfortably and its aroma is not exposed to unnecessary high heat.
Yes, honey with black seed can be eaten daily, but keep portions modest because honey is a concentrated source of sugar. There is no established daily amount of this particular mixture that suits everyone.
Yes, honey with black seed can crystallize because honey naturally forms sugar crystals over time. Crystallization alone does not mean it has spoiled; warm the closed jar gently in warm water if you prefer a softer texture.
Store honey with black seed in a tightly closed jar in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon each time and follow any storage directions printed on the product.
Honey with black seed can raise blood glucose, and the added seeds do not cancel out honey’s sugar. People with diabetes should ask their doctor or dietitian how it fits their individual glucose-management plan.
Yes, honey with black seed contains Nigella sativa seeds, which give it a more savory, peppery aroma and sometimes a thicker texture. Regular honey does not include those seeds, so the two are not interchangeable in every recipe.
Vitamins
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.21µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.11mg · 1% DV
B3
0.11mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
5.88mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.23mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.26mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 70 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (21 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Honey with black seed is honey blended with aromatic nigella seeds, a pairing found in Turkish and other Middle Eastern food traditions. The honey brings floral sweetness, while the seeds add a slightly peppery, earthy flavour and a faint crunch.
It is often served at breakfast, spread thinly on bread or spooned alongside cheese; some people also stir a little into plain yoghurt. It is an energy-dense sweetener, made up mostly of carbohydrates and offering little protein. Since its flavour is quite pronounced, a small spoonful can go a long way, especially paired with unsweetened yoghurt or a savoury breakfast.
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
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.