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No Sugar Added Honey Calories

Pure honey, no added sugar

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

304kcal

GI

58high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

52mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of No Sugar Added 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 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

No Sugar Added 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%

No Sugar Added 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 No Sugar Added Honey?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)21 g64 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)7 g21 kcal
1 pack (small)15 g46 kcal
1 serving (medium)25 g76 kcal
1 piece (medium)30 g91 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)42 g128 kcal
100 g100 g304 kcal
1 bottle (large)250 g760 kcal
1 cup (large)340 g1034 kcal

Calculated from 304 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About No Sugar Added Honey

Is no-sugar-added honey actually sugar-free?

No. Honey naturally contains sugars, mainly glucose and fructose; “no sugar added” means extra sugar was not added to the honey. It does not mean the honey contains no sugar.

Can people with diabetes eat no-sugar-added honey?

No-sugar-added honey can still raise blood glucose because honey naturally contains sugar. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how it may fit your individual eating plan.

Can babies have no-sugar-added honey?

No. Do not give no-sugar-added honey to a baby under 12 months, because honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism. The “no sugar added” claim does not make it safer for infants.

Why does no-sugar-added honey crystallize?

No-sugar-added honey crystallizes when some of its natural sugars form crystals; this is a normal change and does not by itself mean the honey has spoiled or is fake. Gently warm the jar in warm water to soften it.

Does no-sugar-added honey expire?

No-sugar-added honey can keep for a long time when stored properly, though its flavor and texture may change. Keep the jar tightly closed in a cool, dry place, and avoid introducing water or food crumbs.

Is no-sugar-added honey healthier than regular sugar?

No-sugar-added honey has a different flavor and contains naturally occurring sugars, while table sugar is a refined sweetener. Neither is sugar-free, so swapping one for the other does not remove sugar from a recipe.

Does no-sugar-added honey help a cough?

Yes, no-sugar-added honey may soothe a cough temporarily by coating the throat. It can be given to people over one year old; never give honey to infants because of the risk of botulism.

Can I use no-sugar-added honey instead of sugar in baking?

Yes, no-sugar-added honey can replace sugar in many baked goods, but it adds moisture and its own flavor. Adjust the recipe’s liquid ingredients as needed, since a straight swap can change the texture.

Is raw honey the same as no-sugar-added honey?

No. “Raw” describes how honey is handled or processed, while “no sugar added” means extra sugar has not been added. Honey can meet one description without necessarily meeting the other.

Can no-sugar-added honey be added to hot tea?

Yes, you can stir no-sugar-added honey into hot tea; it will sweeten the drink and add its own flavor. The honey still contains natural sugars, regardless of whether the tea is hot or cold.

No Sugar Added Honey Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.11µg · 0% DV

B5

0.01mg · 0% DV

B6

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Manganese

0.02mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.08mg · 0% DV

Zinc

0.04mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

11mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.84mg · 0% DV

No Sugar Added Honey Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.1
Medium

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

How to Burn Off No Sugar Added 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 No Sugar Added Honey?

No Sugar Added Honey is honey made by bees from flower nectar, with no extra sugar added. The name does not mean it is sugar-free: honey naturally contains sugars. Its texture may be runny or crystallised, and its flavour ranges from delicate to strongly floral depending on the nectar.

It is commonly drizzled over toast, porridge or yoghurt, stirred into tea, or used in cooking and baking. Most of its carbohydrate comes from naturally occurring sugars, while it provides little protein or fibre. A small drizzle can sweeten breakfast or a dressing; pair it with plain yoghurt, oats or fruit when you want its sweetness without using much.

How Nutritious Is No Sugar Added Honey?

Nutrient density

Low

30/ 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 No Sugar Added 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 No Sugar Added 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 No Sugar Added Honey Good For?

Vegan

— Not 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

No Sugar Added Honey Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.