Honey

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Common questions

Is Honey healthy?

Honey scores 82/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is a single-ingredient food, consisting solely of honey, which is a natural sweetener.

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, 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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Honey

Maribel
82 Good

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG
Category Honey
Summary

This product is a single-ingredient food, consisting solely of honey, which is a natural sweetener. It is minimally processed, retaining its natural properties and nutrients. While it contains a high amount of natural sugars, it is free from artificial additives and preservatives, making it a clean and high-quality choice within its category.

Key ingredients 1

Honey
Good

Traditional whole-food sweetener with trace enzymes and antioxidants.

Risks

Excessive consumption of honey can lead to increased blood sugar levels and weight gain.

Benefits

Contains antioxidants and has antibacterial properties, which may support immune health.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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