Unfortunately, these kinds of studies definitely max my capacity to interpret medical/dietary science data, but what I took away is that its not just ANY single floral source that matters. In the words of the authors: “Honey, especially robinia, clover, and unprocessed raw honey, may improve glycemic control and lipid levels when consumed within a healthy dietary pattern.” That is, particular types of honey have clearer results, and honey isn’t a miracle drug. They continue, saying, “More studies focusing on the floral source and the processing of honey are required to increase certainty of the evidence.” As several responders noted, then, the authors recognize that the studies they reviewed are not complete or conclusive. Oh well. At least they didn’t find anything that suggests I should throw my honey away.
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Reply to comment by Cynical_Cyanide in Honey improves key measures of cardiometabolic health, including blood sugar and cholesterol levels -; especially if the honey is raw and from a single floral source. Honey is a complex composition of common and rare sugars, proteins, organic acids and other bioactive compounds by Wagamaga
Unfortunately, these kinds of studies definitely max my capacity to interpret medical/dietary science data, but what I took away is that its not just ANY single floral source that matters. In the words of the authors: “Honey, especially robinia, clover, and unprocessed raw honey, may improve glycemic control and lipid levels when consumed within a healthy dietary pattern.” That is, particular types of honey have clearer results, and honey isn’t a miracle drug. They continue, saying, “More studies focusing on the floral source and the processing of honey are required to increase certainty of the evidence.” As several responders noted, then, the authors recognize that the studies they reviewed are not complete or conclusive. Oh well. At least they didn’t find anything that suggests I should throw my honey away.