{"id":3662,"date":"2022-12-18T21:14:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-18T21:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dofasting.com\/?p=3662"},"modified":"2023-06-07T10:50:58","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T10:50:58","slug":"does-honey-break-a-fast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/does-honey-break-a-fast\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Honey Break a Fast?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_46 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/does-honey-break-a-fast\/#Does_Honey_Break_a_Fast\" title=\"Does Honey Break a Fast?\">Does Honey Break a Fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/does-honey-break-a-fast\/#4_Unique_Health_Benefits_of_Honey\" title=\"4 Unique Health Benefits of Honey\">4 Unique Health Benefits of Honey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/does-honey-break-a-fast\/#Does_Honey_Have_Any_Health_Risks\" title=\"Does Honey Have Any Health Risks?\">Does Honey Have Any Health Risks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/does-honey-break-a-fast\/#Alternatives_That_Will_Make_Your_Hot_Beverage_Tasty_During_Fasting\" title=\"Alternatives That Will Make Your Hot Beverage Tasty During Fasting\">Alternatives That Will Make Your Hot Beverage Tasty During Fasting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Honey_Break_a_Fast\"><\/span>Does Honey Break a Fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, consuming<strong> honey will break your fast<\/strong>. In fact, even a teaspoon of honey will prevent your body from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/time-to-try-intermittent-fasting\">reaching ketosis<\/a> and stop you from reaping other benefits of intermittent fasting.<\/p>\n<p>So how does honey break a fast exactly? Let\u2019s start from the beginning.<\/p>\n<p>Intermittent fasting is defined by periods of eating and fasting. This means that you can\u2019t consume any calories during your fasting period. When you\u2019re in a fasted state, your insulin levels drop allowing your body to burn stored fat for energy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/169640\/nutrients\">Honey<\/a>, on the other hand, is a natural sweetener that\u2019s <strong>high in sugar<\/strong> content and, in turn, <strong>calories<\/strong>. These natural sugars are the main reason why <strong>honey drives up your insulin levels<\/strong> and immediately breaks your fast.<\/p>\n<p>Honey may be out of the picture for your fasting windows, but you can definitely incorporate it into your diet when you\u2019re eating. To make things easier, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/\">DoFasting<\/a> app specializing in intermittent fasting.<\/p>\n<p>Successfully track your calorie intake by logging in your meals and drinks. And when you\u2019re out of ideas of how to substitute honey, have a look at the <strong>Meals<\/strong> section for inspiration.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Unique_Health_Benefits_of_Honey\"><\/span>4 Unique Health Benefits of Honey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Honey has been used to treat ailments for centuries and for good reason. Nowadays, however, it\u2019s most commonly used to <strong>calm a cough<\/strong>. Honey is rich in essential nutrients and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Adding honey to your tea or even eating it in small quantities can improve your overall health.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Rich in health-promoting nutrients<\/h3>\n<p>A tablespoon of honey averages <strong>around 64 calories<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/169640\/nutrients\">contains<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong>: 17.3g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugars<\/strong>: 17.2g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fructose<\/strong>: 8.59g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Glucose<\/strong>: 7.52g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protein<\/strong>: 0g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fiber<\/strong>: 0g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fat<\/strong>: 0g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As you can see, honey is mostly made up of sugars and doesn\u2019t offer any dietary value. Funnily enough, <strong>honey has more calories than white sugar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>It also has traces of <strong>potassium<\/strong>, <strong>fluoride<\/strong>, <strong>calcium<\/strong>, and <strong>sodium<\/strong>. However, people generally consume honey in such small amounts that it doesn\u2019t contribute to their daily intake of essential nutrients.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that honey <strong>will lose antioxidant and antibacterial benefits if you add it to hot beverages<\/strong> like tea and coffee. This is because <a href=\"https:\/\/bee-health.extension.org\/at-what-temperature-does-honey-have-to-be-heated-too-too-destroy-the-health-benefits-for-humans\/\">heat over 98 F\u00b0 starts reducing its nutritional value<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can preserve its health benefits by letting your cup of tea cool down a bit and only then adding honey.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Rich in antioxidants<\/h3>\n<p>Natural honey is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5295738\/\">rich in flavonoids, phytochemicals, and vitamin C<\/a>, all of which have antioxidant abilities. Natural honey is defined as a type of honey that hasn\u2019t been processed or its processing has been minimal. This type of honey generally doesn\u2019t have any additives such as coloring, artificial flavor, or added sugars.<\/p>\n<p>Antioxidants <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4103%2F0973-7847.70902\">minimize the effects of free radical damage<\/a> and protect your body from inflammation. They\u2019re crucial to a healthy body as free radicals increase the risk of heart disease, cataract, and even cancer.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that highly processed honey, the one you usually find in stores, has a much lower antioxidant content than raw honey.<\/p>\n<h3>3. May improve heart health<\/h3>\n<p>Honey\u2019s effects on the heart are directly linked to its antioxidant content.<\/p>\n<p>Some studies have shown that antioxidants found in honey, specifically ascorbic acid, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, and thiamine, may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayubmed.edu.pk\/JAMC\/25-3\/Majid.pdf\">improve cholesterol levels<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhf.org.uk\/informationsupport\/risk-factors\/high-cholesterol\">High cholesterol has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease<\/a> meaning that taking honey instead of other sweeteners like sugar can actually promote heart health.<\/p>\n<p>Another factor that contributes to a healthy heart is propolis. Propolis, often referred to as bee glue, is used to build beehives and can be found in raw honey. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory abilities can <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fnu11112705\">prevent certain heart diseases<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Better for blood sugar levels than regular sugar<\/h3>\n<p>Honey is a healthier alternative to sugar, especially when it comes to managing blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n<p>Honey has a slightly <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155%2F2018%2F4757893\">lower glycemic index (GI) than sugar<\/a>. GI measures <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/common-health-questions\/food-and-diet\/what-is-the-glycaemic-index-gi\/\">how quickly different types of foods will raise your blood sugar levels<\/a>. Eating foods with a low value of GI will not affect your blood glucose much. A high value of GI, on the other hand, will raise your blood sugar and spike insulin production.<\/p>\n<p>Scientists have found that <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fnu10081009\">honey can raise adiponectin levels<\/a>. High adiponectin levels are linked to <strong>improved insulin sensitivity<\/strong> and <strong>reduced inflammation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>One of the main advantages honey has over sugar is that honey has nutritional value.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, honey is sweeter than sugar meaning you don\u2019t have to use as much to achieve the same level of sweetness.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Honey_Have_Any_Health_Risks\"><\/span>Does Honey Have Any Health Risks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Honey is generally safe to consume.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to remember that honey is high in sugar, therefore, you should consume it in <strong>moderate amounts<\/strong>. Furthermore, some brands contain added sugar making them a complete sugar bomb. What\u2019s more, added sugar is bad for your overall health.<\/p>\n<p>However, it\u2019s a risk factor for individuals with bee pollen allergies. It also shouldn\u2019t be given to infants as it may cause a condition called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-honey\/art-20363819\">infant botulism<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternatives_That_Will_Make_Your_Hot_Beverage_Tasty_During_Fasting\"><\/span>Alternatives That Will Make Your Hot Beverage Tasty During Fasting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Abstaining from food for long periods of time can be challenging. Healthy drinks can help you make this period more bearable. While you <strong>can\u2019t add honey<\/strong> to your tea, there are plenty of alternatives that will make your drink more flavorful and won\u2019t break your fast.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that most of these honey alternatives contain calories. A general consensus is that you can <strong>consume up to 50 calories per fasting period<\/strong> without getting out of a fasted state.<\/p>\n<h3>Almond milk<\/h3>\n<p>Almond milk is a nondairy milk alternative. A glass of unsweetened almond milk contains <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/174832\/nutrients\">39 calories <\/a>making it safe to drink while fasting.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s packed with <strong>vitamin E<\/strong> which greatly contributes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aoa.org\/healthy-eyes\/caring-for-your-eyes\/diet-and-nutrition?sso=y\">maintaining eye health<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vitamins-and-minerals\/vitamin-e\/\">strengthening the immune system<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re considering adding almond milk to your beverage during a fast, make sure to buy its <strong>unsweetened<\/strong> version. <strong>Only unsweetened almond milk will not break your fast<\/strong>. This is because other versions of almond milk are often infused with added sugars which will most definitely break your fast.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any type of nut allergy, however, you want to stay away from almond milk.<\/p>\n<h3>Coffee creamer<\/h3>\n<p>This is a tricky one. Coffee creamer is not exactly good for you. Most varieties tend to be <strong>high in added sugars<\/strong> and artificial additives.<\/p>\n<p>Whether a coffee creamer will break your fast depends directly on the type of coffee creamer you\u2019ve purchased. The variety is huge but when you\u2019re looking for a fasting-safe option, opt for <strong>zero-calorie<\/strong> or <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> coffee creamers. <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2341007\/nutrients\">A tablespoon of sugar-free coffee creamer contains around 11 calories<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, you should track how much creamer you add to your drink. Instead of just splashing it without any consideration, measure no more <strong>than one tablespoon<\/strong> of coffee creamer into your cup.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, you should always check the nutritional value of the brand you\u2019ve bought to ensure you <strong>don\u2019t go over the allowed 50-calorie per fast<\/strong> rule.<\/p>\n<h3>Natural sweeteners<\/h3>\n<p>Natural sweeteners are a good option for their low-calorie content. Some of the most popular natural sweeteners during intermittent fasting include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Stevia<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/170679\/nutrients\">0 calories<\/a> total. Stevia has no nutritional value and can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states\">400 times sweeter than sugar<\/a>. Some studies show that <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/jsfa.7627\">stevia can reduce blood sugar levels in people with diabetes<\/a>;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monk fruit<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2345826\/nutrients\">0 calories<\/a> total. Monk fruit is entirely made up of carbohydrates and tastes almost <a href=\"https:\/\/foodinsight.org\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-monk-fruit-sweeteners\/\">200 times sweeter than sugar<\/a> making it a healthier option for people with a sweet tooth;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Erythritol<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/576799\/nutrients\">0 calories<\/a> total. One of the main benefits of erythritol is that it <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4093%2Fdmj.2016.40.4.283\">doesn\u2019t raise blood glucose levels nor affects insulin production<\/a>. This means that it will have no effect on your body when you\u2019re intermittent fasting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Opting for natural sweeteners instead of sugar or artificial sweeteners will give you that sweet taste without an insulin spike. Moreover, most of them have zero calories so you have no risk of accidentally breaking your fast.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that all of these sweeteners have a specific <strong>aftertaste<\/strong> that\u2019s different from sugar.<\/p>\n<h3>Lemon and mint<\/h3>\n<p>Lemon is a great source of vitamin C that\u2019s crucial for proper <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fnu9111211\">immune function<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/engineering\/collagen-synthesis\">healthy-looking skin<\/a>. Its acidic properties also <a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/7-reasons-to-start-your-day-with-lemon-water-infographic\/\">promote digestion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A glass of lemon water contains up to <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/1737065\/nutrients\">9 calories<\/a>. If you allow yourself to consume 50 calories per fast, then adding lemon into the mix is A-OK.<\/p>\n<p>You can <strong>squeeze a little bit of lemon juice<\/strong> into herbal tea or make lemon water. While you\u2019re fasting and can\u2019t enjoy honey lemon water, a cult favorite, opt for plain lemon water or lemon tea instead.<\/p>\n<p>Two leaves of the common mint contain <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/173475\/nutrients\">less than 1 calorie<\/a> making it a perfect addition to any drink during your fasting window. Aside from giving you that <strong>fresh breath<\/strong>, mint can also <strong>soothe your stomach<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.pain.2011.01.027\">help with indigestion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Cinnamon<\/h3>\n<p>Cinnamon is a spice often sprinkled on hot beverages like coffee and tea. It can be used in <strong>small quantities<\/strong> during a fasting window since a teaspoon of cinnamon only contains around <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/171320\/nutrients\">6 calories<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, cinnamon has a similar effect on blood glucose as intermittent fasting. Numerous studies have shown that <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.diabres.2019.107815\">cinnamon can lower blood sugar levels<\/a>. This means that consuming small amounts of cinnamon <strong>will not cause an insulin spike<\/strong> and may even <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1002\/ptr.5970\">reduce insulin resistance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Cinnamon has been shown to have <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4103%2F0974-8490.157990\">antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties<\/a>. Consistent consumption of cinnamon may also help with <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.clnesp.2020.01.002\">lowering blood pressure<\/a> in the short term.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<h2>Does Honey Break a Fast: Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>For some people, the most challenging aspect of intermittent fasting is fighting off sugar cravings. Unfortunately, you <strong>can\u2019t have honey while fasting<\/strong> as it will break your fast and stop your body from burning fat due to its high sugar content.<\/p>\n<p>Not all is lost, however. You <strong>can consume honey during your eating window<\/strong> as long as it\u2019s in moderation. Honey provides a myriad of health benefits including better <strong>blood sugar management<\/strong> and <strong>heart disease prevention<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does Honey Break a Fast? Yes, consuming honey will break your fast. In fact, even a teaspoon of honey will prevent your body from reaching ketosis and stop you from reaping other benefits of intermittent fasting. So how does honey break a fast exactly? Let\u2019s start from the beginning. 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