Honey has been used as a sweetener since ancient times. It has many beneficial medical & antibacterial properties. However, it is considered added sugar as it does not occur naturally in fruits or vegetables.
Diabetes
Honey is a type of sugar. Consuming a lot of honey per day can easily raise your blood sugar levels and lead to insulin insensitivity in the long run. If you already have diabetes, a blood sugar spike like this can be fatal.
Lowers Blood Pressure
According to Ayurveda, honey and water can help control high blood pressure levels. It helps lower cholesterol, maintains vasodilation, and regulates blood pressure. But when consumed in excess, it can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal Problems
Honey travels quickly through the digestive system. As a result, even if your stomach is only partially empty, honey will quickly pass to your large intestine, where the high sugar content will draw water from your body, causing bloating, cramping, and diarrhea.
Dental Problems
Honey is naturally acidic, so eating a lot of it will erode the enamel, causing cavities and tooth decay.
So how much honey is too much?
Ayurveda considers anything more than a tablespoon of honey per day to be an overdose. However, other studies have found that consuming up to 50ml of honey per day is ideal.
However, if you have any health problems, talk to your doctor before incorporating honey into your diet.