Common questions

Is Raw Honey healthy?

Raw Honey scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is a minimally processed, single-ingredient food consisting of organic honey.

How processed is Raw Honey?

Raw Honey is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Raw Honey's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic honey counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Name: Raw Honey
Brand: Simple Truth

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Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Kroger

Category Honey

Summary

This product is a minimally processed, single-ingredient food consisting of organic honey. It retains beneficial enzymes and antioxidants due to its minimal processing, and being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and chemicals. The high sugar content is naturally occurring, which results in only a slight penalty, but overall, it maintains a high health profile.

Key ingredients 1

Organic honey

Good

Organic honey is a natural sweetener with minimal processing, retaining beneficial enzymes and antioxidants. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and chemicals, enhancing its health profile. It provides a natural source of energy and has potential antimicrobial properties.

Benefits

Rich in antioxidants and enzymes that may support immune function and overall health. Provides a natural source of energy and has potential antimicrobial properties.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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