Common questions

Is Honey healthy?

Honey scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is a processed culinary ingredient with a high level of added sugars, including refined sugar, fructose, and glucose, which are associated with negative health impacts such as increased risk of obesity and diabetes.

How processed is Honey?

Honey is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Honey's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sugar, Fructose, Glucose are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Name: Honey
Brand: Robert

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Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 4

Category Honey

Summary

This product is a processed culinary ingredient with a high level of added sugars, including refined sugar, fructose, and glucose, which are associated with negative health impacts such as increased risk of obesity and diabetes. The presence of these highly processed sugars detracts from its nutritional value and raises concerns about metabolic health. While it is not ultra-processed, the lack of beneficial ingredients and the inclusion of refined sugars significantly lower its health rating.

Key ingredients 5

Water

Neutral

Water is a natural component of honey, helping to maintain its consistency without adding any health concerns.

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Sugar

Bad

Sugar in honey can contribute to excessive calorie intake and may impact blood sugar levels if consumed in large amounts.

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Fructose

Bad

Fructose is a type of sugar that, when consumed in excess, can lead to metabolic issues and increased fat storage.

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Glucose

Bad

Glucose is a simple sugar that can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, especially when consumed frequently.

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Saccharide

Bad

Saccharide refers to sugar molecules, which can contribute to health concerns if consumed in high quantities over time.

Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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