Manuka honey
Low GI
GL 6.6 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 44 per 100 g
- Natural antibacterial properties
- High sugar content
Manuka honey has a glycemic index of 54, lower than plain Blossom Honey (58). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 6.6.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- no GI Allulose provides a similar sweetness profile to honey with a GI of 0 and GL of 0, preventing the significant blood sugar spike caused by Manuka honey's GL of 44.
Allulose - no GI Monk fruit extract is a zero-glycemic sweetener that allows you to achieve sweetness without the metabolic impact of honey's high sugar content.
Monk fruit sweetener (pure extract) - no GI Stevia is a potent, zero-calorie alternative that eliminates the glycemic load associated with honey, making it a much safer choice for blood sugar management.
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Forms of Blossom Honey
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 335 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 82.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 82.1 g |
| Natural | 82.1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Natural antibacterial properties
- No added sugars
- High sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Low fiber and protein
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Manuka honey?
Manuka honey has a glycemic index of 54 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 6.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 44.
Is Manuka honey good for people with insulin resistance?
Manuka honey has a low glycemic index (54), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Blossom Honey has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Blossom Honey in this database, Acacia honey has the lowest glycemic load (26 per 100 g).
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