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Is Honey healthy?

Honey scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is a single-ingredient, minimally processed food, consisting entirely of 100% Australian honey.

How processed is Honey?

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

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

Beechworth Honey
95 Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Honey
Summary

This product is a single-ingredient, minimally processed food, consisting entirely of 100% Australian honey. Honey is a natural sweetener with potential health benefits, including antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Its minimal processing and lack of additives contribute to a high score, although the natural sugar content warrants a slight consideration.

Key ingredients 1

Honey
Good

Honey is a natural sweetener with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It is minimally processed, retaining beneficial enzymes and nutrients. Compared to refined sugars, honey offers trace amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Risks

Excessive consumption can lead to high sugar intake, which may contribute to weight gain and blood sugar spikes.

Benefits

Contains antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties that may support immune health. Provides a natural source of energy and trace nutrients.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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