Status: Not recommended
Honey is classified as not recommended for Fructose Intolerance based on current dietary assessments. Cold cuts, cheese and spreads are often high in fat and salt while also providing protein and – in cheese – calcium. With fructose malabsorption, both the absolute fructose content and the ratio of fructose to glucose are assessed, as the small intestine's capacity to absorb free fructose is reduced. The reasoning given is: contains fructose-containing additives. The assessment is based on experience-based assessments and expert consensus.
contains fructose-containing additives
Honey is assessed as not recommended with Fructose Intolerance based on current dietary experience; more suitable alternatives may be available in the same food category. Background: contains fructose-containing additives. This information serves as an orientation guide and does not replace individual medical or nutritional advice.
Those looking for alternatives to Honey can find foods in the same category in the Some2Eat checker that are more favourably rated for their condition.
| Calories | 304 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 82.4 g |
| Sugar | 82.1 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fibre | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 52 mg |
Average values. May vary by variety and processing. Source: USDA FoodData Central
Evidence level: Medium
More about Fructose Intolerance
Orientation guide – not a substitute for medical advice.
Honey is classified as not recommended for Fructose Intolerance. According to current dietary assessments, more suitable alternatives in the same food category may be considered. All information is provided as an orientation guide only.
Honey is not recommended for fructose intolerance as it is classified as high in fructose or unfavourable in its fructose-to-glucose ratio. A high fructose content can exceed the small intestine's absorption capacity with fructose malabsorption.
Those looking to avoid Honey with Fructose Intolerance can find similar foods in the same category in the Some2Eat food checker that are more favourably rated for Fructose Intolerance. The choice depends on personal dietary preferences and individual tolerance.
With Fructose Intolerance, it is generally recommended to avoid Honey. Whether minimal traces are tolerated depends on the individual situation and should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Instead of Honey, foods classified as allowed or conditionally suitable for Fructose Intolerance are worth considering. The Some2Eat food checker lets you search specifically for suitable alternatives.