Honey
Honey, nature's soother, is more than just sweet. A recent
review of scientific literature revealed that honey contains
antioxidants and, although in trace amounts, a wide array of
vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Honey contributes to a
persons overall intake of recommended nutrients. Sweeteners,
such as refined sugar, offer no additional nutrients. Be aware,
of course, that honey should not be fed to infants under one
year of age. Honey is a safe and wholesome food for older
children and adults.
A Quick Source of Energy
If you feel a boost of energy after eating honey, you're not
imagining it! Honey is a natural mixture of the simple sugars
glucose and fructose. Recent studies suggest that this unique
mixture of sugars help in preventing fatigue and enhancing
athletic performance.
Nutritional Information
Honey is an invert sugar formed from natural floral nectars
gathered by bees. Fructose and glucose rank as the predominate
carbohydrates, with maltose and sucrose present in small
percentages as well as trace amounts of nutrients.
Because of its high fructose content (almost 40-percent), honey has a higher sweetening power than sugar. One tablespoon contains about 64 calories.
