What nutrients does honey have and how is it better than sugar?

Associate Professor - Doctor - Doctor Lam Vinh Nien, Head of the Department of Nutrition - Dietetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, answered: The main ingredient of honey is fructose. In addition, honey also contains vitamins, minerals such as potassium, calcium, zinc, vitamin C and antioxidants, substances with antibiotic and anti-inflammatory activities.

In addition to fructose, honey also contains vitamins and minerals such as potassium, calcium, zinc, and vitamin C.

Meanwhile, table sugar only contains sucrose and no vitamins or minerals.

In general, there is no benefit to using honey instead of sugar in people with diabetes. Both honey and sugar affect blood sugar levels.

Honey is generally sweeter than sugar, so it can help you use less sugar in your food and drinks. However, a tablespoon of honey can have more total carbohydrates and total calories than a tablespoon of sugar.

People with diabetes can still consume honey, but they need to use it in moderation and include carbohydrates in their diabetic diet plan. At the same time, people with diabetes should talk to their doctor before adding honey to their diet.

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