Honey and Fitness

Honey provides a healthful pick-me-up. The glucose and fructose in honey have been predigested by the bees that produced it. These simple sugars are quickly and easily absorbed in the human digestive tract, and they have an overall soothing effect. Honey may be a healthy treat, but take care when using it as a sweetener. Just 1 tbsp. of honey has 64 calories, compared to 46 calories in tbsp. of granulated sugar.