Does honey have any side-effects?

Did you know that excessive intake of honey can lead to conditions such as bloating and diarrhoea?

Honey has been used as a traditional medicine for centuries and is believed to cure everything, from infected wounds to burns. No doubt honey has many healing powers and is considered safe for intake, but excessive intake of honey can have potential side effects.

According to well-known nutritionist Priya Kathpal, having too much of honey can be hazardous to health.

• Excess honey every day can cause digestive problems, such as stomach cramps, bloating and diarrhoea. Honey can cause further discomfort until it is out of your system.
• The fructose content of honey might also interfere with your small intestine s ability to absorb nutrients.
• Honey is slightly acidic in nature and too much exposure to acidic foods can erode your enamel. It can also wear away the linings of your oesophagus, intestines and stomach and lead to acid reflux. Making these 10, simple changes will prevent acidity and heartburn.
• Not to forget, honey is a form of sugar and excess sugar can cause insulin sensitivity. Priya says, 'Honey may alter blood sugar, especially in people with diabetes.'
• According to our expert, if you are allergic to pollen, honey may cause reactions as it is made from pollen. So eating honey may cause a rash or swell, and you may have trouble swallowing and even breathing. Here are some treatment options for pollen allergy.
• Having too much honey can also add a lot of calories to your body. Therefore, if you are watching your weight, it is always best that you limit your intake of this ingredient.
• Priya says, 'Raw honey can cause botulism, poisoning in infants and young children.' Botulism is food poisoning caused by a bacterium that may grow on raw honey.
• According to Priya, honey made from the plant rhododendron can cause sweating or weakness. Regular consumption of this kind of honey can also lead to nausea and vomiting. These 6 home remedies for nausea really work.

Tip:

While there is no recommendation of how much honey you should consume in a day, there is a limit of how much added sugar you can include in your daily diet. If you are already eating a lot of added sugars, you should not eat too much honey. Try to limit your added sugars to not more than 100 calories that are about six teaspoons a day.

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