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A pool of translucent golden-amber honey sits in a small glass dish, its thick glossy surface catching the light.

Macahel Honey Calories

Pure, natural, famous for rich pollen and enzyme content

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

304kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

52mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Macahel Honey (21 g) has 64 calories. That works out to 304 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Macahel Honey Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 21 g

64

KCAL / 21G

Carbs

17.3g

· 6% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% 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%

Macahel Honey nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (21 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories64 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.84 mg0%
Total carbohydrate17.3 g6%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.1 g0%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Macahel Honey?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)21 g64 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)7 g21 kcal
1 serving (medium)25 g76 kcal
1 piece (small)30 g91 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)42 g128 kcal
100 g100 g304 kcal
1 pack (large)250 g760 kcal
1 cup (large)340 g1034 kcal
1 bottle (jumbo)500 g1520 kcal

Calculated from 304 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Macahel Honey

What is Macahel Honey?

Macahel Honey is honey associated with the Macahel, or Camili, area of Artvin Province in northeastern Turkey. It is valued for its regional origin and the local plant life bees forage among.

Is Macahel Honey made from one type of flower?

Not necessarily. Macahel Honey is associated with a region, not automatically with a single flower; bees may gather nectar from different plants depending on what is flowering and available during the season.

Why does Macahel Honey cost more than ordinary honey?

Macahel Honey may cost more because production can be limited and the mountainous region can make beekeeping and transport more demanding. Compare producer and origin details rather than relying on the regional name alone.

How can you tell if Macahel Honey is genuine?

You cannot reliably prove Macahel Honey is genuine from its color, taste, thickness, or crystallization. Look for traceable producer and origin information; laboratory testing is needed to verify authenticity with confidence.

Does Macahel Honey crystallize?

Yes, Macahel Honey can crystallize naturally, and that does not mean it has spoiled. If you prefer it runny, place the closed jar in warm water; avoid overheating it, which can affect its aroma and enzymes.

What does Macahel Honey taste like?

Macahel Honey can vary in flavor and color with the harvest and the flowers bees visit. There is no single taste that every jar must have, so flavor alone is not a reliable authenticity test.

Is Macahel Honey raw or unheated?

The description of Macahel Honey as minimally processed does not by itself confirm that it is raw or has never been heated. Ask the producer about straining and heat treatment if those details matter to you.

How should Macahel Honey be stored after opening?

Store Macahel Honey tightly closed in a dry cupboard away from direct sunlight and strong heat. Refrigeration is unnecessary and may encourage faster crystallization; use a clean, dry spoon to avoid adding moisture.

Is Macahel Honey healthier than other honey because it contains pollen and enzymes?

There is no established reason to treat Macahel Honey as a cure or assume its pollen and enzyme content makes it healthier than other honey. It is still a sugary food, so use it for flavor rather than medicinal effects.

Can babies have Macahel Honey?

No. Do not give Macahel Honey or any other honey to a child under 12 months, because honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism. Cooking or mixing it into food does not make it safe for infants.

Macahel Honey Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B5

0.01mg · 0% DV

Biotin

0.08µg · 0% DV

B6

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Manganese

0.02mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.09mg · 1% DV

Zinc

0.05mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

11mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.84mg · 0% DV

Macahel Honey Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.1
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Macahel Honey

To burn the 64 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (21 g):

🚶

16min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Macahel Honey?

Macahel Honey comes from the Macahel (Camili) area of Artvin, in northeastern Turkey, where bees gather nectar from local flowers. Its colour, aroma and consistency can vary with the season and the flowers in bloom; it may also crystallise naturally over time. Expect a pronounced floral fragrance and sweetness, rather than a fixed flavour profile from one harvest to the next.

In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, kaymak, tahini or yoghurt, and alongside tea. You can enjoy it as a topping or stir a little into warm porridge. Honey is concentrated in carbohydrates, with 82.4 g per 100 g, so a small spoonful can add plenty of sweetness to a meal.

How Nutritious Is Macahel Honey?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

11/ 100

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.

Is Macahel Honey Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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.

Does Macahel Honey Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Macahel Honey Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Macahel Honey Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.