Is honey bad for diabetes people?

Whether it's honey or anything else, for diabetics, it all comes down to how it affects blood sugar. My doctor always says natural sugars are still sugars. It's better to avoid or take very little, and always keep an eye on your readings. Regular checkups and a healthy lifestyle are most important.

This is something I've always been confused about! Some people say honey is better than sugar because it's natural, but then doctors say it's still sugar. Has anyone here actually tried a small amount of honey and checked their sugar levels? Did it cause a big spike for you?

Didi, honey is also sugar. Natural ya artificial, sugar toh sugar hi hai. For diabetics, best to avoid ya extremely little. Why take risk? Simple as that. Consult your doctor, don't listen to all home remedies for this big thing.

Honestly, for diabetics, both honey and sugar raise blood glucose. So, it's not a 'good' option in general. If you absolutely must use a sweetener, use very little, maybe a natural sugar substitute, but it's best to train your taste buds to enjoy things less sweet. That's a practical solution for long-term health.

Honey is basically sugar, just in a different form. If you're diabetic, better to cut back on all forms of added sugar, including honey. Don't take chances. Diabetes management can be expensive with all the medicines and tests, so better to be strict with diet to keep costs down on complications.