Raw Honey (Pure Unfiltered)
Sugars & Alternative Sweeteners · 9 specs
Direct Answer
Raw honey is enzymatic floral nectar concentrated by honeybees (Apis mellifera). Per 100g, it provides 304 kcal, 82.4g carbohydrates (38.2% fructose, 31.3% glucose, 7.1% maltose/sucrose), 0.3g protein, 17.1g water, and a glycemic index of 58.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 169640) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Relative Sweetness Index | 100 – 120 (Slightly sweeter than sucrose) |
| Energy / Calories | 304 kcal |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 58 (Medium) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 82.4 (38% Fructose, 31% Glucose) g |
| Net Effective Carbohydrates | 82.4 g |
| Molecular Composition | Invert sugar blend + Bee enzymes (Invertase, Glucose Oxidase) |
| Dental Caries Risk | Moderate-High |
| Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | Moderation (< 25g/day added sugars) |
| Water Content | 17.1 (Prevents bacterial fermentation) % |
Glucose Oxidase & Hydrogen Peroxide Antimicrobial Action
Bee glucose oxidase enzymes produce low levels of hydrogen peroxide and gluconic acid in honey, giving unpasteurized raw honey indefinite shelf stability and natural wound-healing osmolarity.
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